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stiff

[stif] / stɪf /






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The pizza chain has been struggling with rising costs and stiff competition in recent years.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Chinese vehicles are effectively locked out of the U.S. market because of stiff tariffs and national-security concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

"I think Usyk will be too fluid for the stiff and big Verhoeven. I've got Usyk by knockout in nine."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Megan Stalter, “Hacks” “Michelle Pfeiffer is generating buzz for her work on the drama side with ‘The Madison,’ but I think she has a better shot with ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ despite the stiff competition.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Both Mom and Dad are sitting in stiff black plastic chairs with their backs to the window.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz




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