stiffening

Example Sentences

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IPF is a chronic, progressive lung disease characterized by irreversible scarring and stiffening of lung tissue.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

It’s hard to imagine a greater accomplishment than to achieve peace while stiffening the sinews of deterrence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

These findings further support the idea that chronic inflammation drives tissue stiffening.

From Science Daily • Jan. 24, 2026

Speaking to the BBC, he said with a "stiffening resolve" politicians could "take back control" of the levers of democracy.

From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026

She could feel the cat stiffening under her hands, as if it were anxious to be away.

From "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman