head-on vs rock-ribbed

head-on

adj
  • Direct, abrupt, blunt or unequivocal; not prevaricating. 

  • Of a collision, from the front or in the direction of motion. 

adv
  • With the front of a vehicle. 

  • With direct confrontation. 

noun
  • A collision from the front. 

rock-ribbed

adj
  • Obstinately firm and unyielding in one's opinions 

  • Having rocky cliffs or outcroppings 

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