hardcore

British

/ ˈhɑːdˌkɔː /

noun

a style of rock music characterized by short fast numbers with minimal melody and aggressive delivery
a type of dance music with a very fast beat

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At either end of the competitive spectrum, the discipline is largely ignored and unloved but, within its own hardcore athletics club community, it remains strong.

From BBC

Their hardcore views have alarmed residents, with some locals setting up an informal resistance group.

From BBC

Winkleman also remarked that the confrontations between contestants are "hardcore" in this series.

From BBC

He was booking the punk and hardcore shows.

From Los Angeles Times

For some hardcore boxing fans, that inversion is part of the problem.

From BBC

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