Sentence examples for fierce discipline from inspiring English sources

But her easygoing manner masks the fierce discipline of a woman raised on a strict diet of marathon practice sessions.

Then he must return to the family nest for an encounter with his glowering dad, a grumpy, ailing old judge whose fierce discipline messed up his son.

Perhaps there is something in the rebel experience — the fierce discipline or uncompromising vision — that helps explain why former rebels are so good at organization and administration but horrible at democracy.

South Korea's rags-to-riches story was rapid and, inevitably, wrenching, achieved through a fierce discipline that included routine thrashing and bullying of schoolchildren, enforced patriotic shopping habits, and a Stakhanovite dedication to hard work.

No orchestra today has a more apt range of colours to present this music in all its sonic richness: the dark glow of the string tone, the fierce discipline of the brass and the hard-edged clarity of the woodwind all match the piece's requirements ideally.

He is known for his dictatorial approach and fierce discipline but his record of success over the years has made him one of the most respected coaches in world football.

Mark V. Hurd, who turned Hewlett-Packard into the world's largest technology company on the back of fierce fiscal discipline, has been ousted from his post for the lowliest of corporate offenses — fudging his expenses.

Not damning with faint praise - simply recalling how unfancied Greece responded to the fierce tactical discipline and defensive organisation of veteran German coach Otto Rehhagel by winning Euro 2004 against odds stacked a mile high.

This mattered not - particularly to Rehhagel and his players - as the fierce defensive discipline, supreme fitness levels, organisation and a self-belief that grew from the moment they beat hosts Portugal 2-1 in their opening game took them to one of their country's greatest sporting moments.

Until this week, Gen. Stanley McChrystal had a reputation for fierce self-discipline.

TOKYO — For many Japanese, Hideki Matsui is a man of contradictions — a towering hulk with a sensitive heart, a player of fierce self-discipline known for lewd jokes and a national hero who refuses to play for his country at international tournaments, much to the chagrin of his home fans.