| However, the strong attachment to customs and their tenaciousness mean that they are often given precedence over the national legislation. |
| This tenaciousness of their own dignity and privileges was shown in some disagreements with the upper house. |
| His determination, tenaciousness and commitment to the game makes him one of our truly great players. |
| He thought the tenaciousness of approaching the Treasury was carried too far in the present instance. |
| He has never been given enough credit for his tenaciousness. |
| One never feels that he is wholly approving of the growing tenaciousness of William and Emily's relationship. |
