They feel that they can afford to be arrogant, intransigent, demanding and unbending, as they have been for the past 23 years.
Although unbent and thicker, it is similar to a candy cane (which retains the aforementioned red-and-white color scheme).
They are also known for their fiery tempers, fierce pride, and unbending tenacity.
He was a talented scholar but possessed a haughty and unbending demeanour, and was often disrespectful, which eventually led to his early death.
One can also sit with the legs unbent, using something solid as support for the back or leaning on one's arms.
He was characterized as being contentious and unbending, but also forgiving, energetic and courageous.
He is very courageous and unbending in his beliefs, but these qualities also make him very naive.
Nevertheless, the minister's unbending pietism and stern manner earned him critics.
