What does tough-mindedly mean?
Tough-mindedly means In a tough-minded manner; lacking sentimentality..
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Pronunciation varies by accent · adverb
In a tough-minded manner; lacking sentimentality..
We do not owe greater help tender-mindedly out of pity for the weak, but tough-mindedly out of our interest in possible enlightenment by those receiving assistance.
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Tough-mindedly means In a tough-minded manner; lacking sentimentality..
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We do not owe greater help tender-mindedly out of pity for the weak, but tough-mindedly out of our interest in possible enlightenment by those receiving assistance.
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