1The obstinate refusal of the company's management to negotiate with the union led to a prolonged strike.
2Is it obstinate to insist on a particular interpretation of the data, or are we simply being rigorous in our analysis?
3Her obstinate determination to climb the mountain alone, despite the warnings from local guides, ultimately led to her rescue by emergency services.
4Avoid being obstinate in your approach to problem-solving; sometimes, it is necessary to adapt and change course in response to new information.
5There is a fine line between being principled and being obstinate; the former involves standing up for one's convictions, while the latter involves refusing to listen to opposing viewpoints.