elasticity
noun
elas·tic·i·ty
i-ˌla-ˈsti-sə-tē 
ˌē-ˌla-,
-ˈti-stē
plural elasticities
1
: the quality or state of being elastic: such as
a
: the capability of a strained body to recover its size and shape after deformation : springiness
c
: the quality of being adaptable
2
: the responsiveness of a dependent economic variable to changes in influencing factors
elasticity of demand
price elasticity
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Studies have proven that hyaluronic acid creams support the production of collagen and improve skin elasticity.
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024
And this shows that consumers really showed price elasticity.
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 18 Apr. 2024
Hyaluronic Acid: Hydration is key to supporting elasticity.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 17 Apr. 2024
For enhancing skin elasticity, this serum also contains skin-firming peptides.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 10 Apr. 2024
Similarly, sunflower seeds are rich in selenium, a mineral that helps preserve skin elasticity and prevent premature aging.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
The spears and other tools were carved from spruce, larch, and pine, species that grew many kilometers away from the lake and combined hardness with elasticity.
—Byandrew Curry, science.org, 1 Apr. 2024
Xanthan gum: Critical in gluten-free baking, xanthan gum holds ingredients together, providing elasticity and springiness.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appétit, 15 Mar. 2024
This option from Asahi is the best rubber cutting board because of its smooth design and helpful elasticity and versatility.
—Rachael Hogg, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2024
Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024
And this shows that consumers really showed price elasticity.
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 18 Apr. 2024
Hyaluronic Acid: Hydration is key to supporting elasticity.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 17 Apr. 2024
For enhancing skin elasticity, this serum also contains skin-firming peptides.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 10 Apr. 2024
Similarly, sunflower seeds are rich in selenium, a mineral that helps preserve skin elasticity and prevent premature aging.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
The spears and other tools were carved from spruce, larch, and pine, species that grew many kilometers away from the lake and combined hardness with elasticity.
—Byandrew Curry, science.org, 1 Apr. 2024
Xanthan gum: Critical in gluten-free baking, xanthan gum holds ingredients together, providing elasticity and springiness.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appétit, 15 Mar. 2024
This option from Asahi is the best rubber cutting board because of its smooth design and helpful elasticity and versatility.
—Rachael Hogg, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2024
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elasticity
noun
elas·tic·i·ty
i-ˌlas-ˈtis-ət-ē, ˌē-ˌlas-, -ˈtis-tē
plural elasticities
: the quality or state of being elastic
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