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HELL-BENT
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Dictionary entry overview: What does hell-bent mean?
• HELL-BENT (adjective)
The adjective HELL-BENT has 1 sense:
1. recklessly determined
Familiarity information: HELL-BENT used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Recklessly determined
Context example:
hell-bent on winning
Similar:
resolute (firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination)
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