tough minded
/ˈtʌfˌmaɪndɪd/
adjective
- Having a strong, practical, and realistic attitude; not easily influenced by emotion or sentiment.
- A tough-minded leader makes decisions based on facts, not feelings.
- She is tough-minded and doesn't let criticism discourage her.
- The negotiator remained tough-minded even when the other side became emotional.
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