toughness
Example Sentences
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In contrast to the fragility of wine glasses or the toughness of granite, trees are antifragile—they develop resistance from exposure to stress, to entropy, to risk.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
One of the most notable was its ability to combine tensile strength and toughness, two properties that are often difficult to achieve together in conventional materials.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 15, 2026
Opponents and fans alike have questioned his heart, mentality, and toughness.
From BBC ● May 10, 2026
He was signed by the Lakers last summer for his postseason toughness and savvy, and he showed every bit of it Friday, with 21 points, 10 assists and five steals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 25, 2026
He came to view the race as Pollard did, as a test of toughness, and had never seen a horse as tenacious as Seabiscuit.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
Vocabulary lists containing toughness
Engineering - Introductory
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