hardening

Example Sentences

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As we navigate a world where geopolitical lines seem to be hardening, how do you retain your own sense of origin or the stories your family passed down?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Iran is hardening defenses on Kharg Island, Ebrahim Azizi, the head of the parliament’s National Security Commission, told the legislature’s news agency this week.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

A 2018 server breach caused by a third-party data center vulnerability prompted NordVPN to accelerate its security hardening and audit schedule.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

These can cause hardening of the transplant organs and lead to complications.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Despite her age or because of it, Celia advances steadily through the fields, hardening her muscles with every step, every swing.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García