stiffened
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Refusing to form such a coalition, even if it meant giving up a sure route to the prime ministry, would have stiffened this view.
From Slate ● Nov. 5, 2026
The Lions’ defense, which had allowed Bishop Amat to score on four of its five first-half possessions, then stiffened, forcing the Lancers to punt.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
Others argued the particles stiffened the surrounding material like glue.
From Science Daily ● May 13, 2026
They reckon it may have stiffened the resolve of the German public and discouraged rebels within the dying Nazi regime.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 12, 2026
Anna May stiffened but she didn’t pull away.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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