suppleness

Example Sentences

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Today, however, Washington has lost the flexibility and suppleness that would inform just this sort of strategy.

From Washington Post • Mar. 17, 2023

Under the composer’s fingers, the opening chord progression grows with a natural and elegant suppleness.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2023

For the most part, Gorr simply gives Thor another chance to play the hero, which Hemsworth does with a stellar deadpan and appreciable suppleness.

From New York Times • Jul. 7, 2022

The metaphor comes from horse riding and the practice of soaking riding whips in urine to preserve their suppleness.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2022

He reveled in the strength of his legs and the stretch of his back; in the suppleness that let him turn at full speed on a single paw.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver