Other Word Forms
- steeliness noun
Etymology
Origin of steely
Example Sentences
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“I remember those steely eyes of his. I thought he had this great face, but his eyes are tough,” Cannon said.
From Los Angeles Times
An aggressive approach from the baseline supports the American's opening shot, with a steely drive and work ethic underpinning his consistency.
From BBC
Hill appeared less steely than his contemporaries, such as an emerging Michael Schumacher, and perhaps not as ruthless.
From BBC
In the biggest moment of the season, in his first-year as Alamaba’s starting quarterback, he exhibited the steely poise of someone who has been playing college football his whole life.
The president studies his guest, noting his kind, steely brown eyes and neatly trimmed beard.
From Salon
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