Hardcore

usgb/ˈhɑːrdkɔːr/Volume
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Expressing Intensity

Use 'hardcore' to express strong commitment or seriousness in informal settings.

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He's so hardcore about veganism, he grows his own food.
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Not Negative

'Hardcore' implies admiration for someone's dedication, rather than criticism.

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She's a hardcore environmentalist, respected by her community.
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dedicatoryextremefervencyintensemercilessradicalisationresoluteuncompromising
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