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stiffness

[stif-nis] / ˈstɪf nɪs /


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It leads to ongoing pain and stiffness in the knee joint, making everyday movement more difficult.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

More recent studies have shown that physical factors such as tissue stiffness also influence how cells behave.

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

"We can achieve about 20-30% material reduction just by adding stiffness," says Nyvang.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Speaking to The Mirror, the 47-year-old said he suffered stiffness in his left arm and a loss of sight in his left eye.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

Though she still had circles beneath her eyes, she moved without stiffness, and if she was in pain, she hid it well.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo