unblinking

unblinking
unblinkingly, adv.
/un bling"king/, adj.
1. not blinking.
2. without displaying response, as surprise, confusion, or chagrin: an unblinking reaction to the charges.
3. not varying or wavering; fearless; forthright: unblinking devotion.
[1905-10; UN-1 + BLINKING]

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