stiffness

Example Sentences

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Catcher Will Smith did not play Sunday because of neck stiffness, despite Roberts predicting the catcher would return for the series finale.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

In setting out Jonathan’s defense, one of the filing’s most striking assertions is that Isak suffered from bilateral gonarthrosis in both knees, a degenerative joint condition that causes cartilage wear, pain, stiffness and reduced mobility.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

At other times, clients may experience stiffness or pain that McDaniel believes may be a reaction to trauma.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Elianna described how a few days after the match, Davies began experiencing stiffness in his hips and had difficulty carrying out basic movements.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

I don’t catch her face, but the stiffness in her back tells me she’s not impressed with me.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali