resilient

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In general, Nuveen finds the U.S. economy more resilient than others, not just because of its energy independence, but also because of the defensive nature of its technology sector.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

The group said while the blockades were causing "significant disruption", Ireland's fuel supplies overall remained "robust and resilient".

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

“They are resilient, they are prioritizing experiences and they’re wanting to travel,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

“This dynamic explains the seemingly contradictory combination of weak income growth, a falling savings rate, and resilient spending. It is a natural development of the aging U.S. population,” Yardeni notes.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

I did eventually meet Deborah, who would turn out to be one of the strongest and most resilient women I’d ever known.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot