elasticity

noun

elas·tic·i·ty i-ˌla-ˈsti-sə-tē

ˌē-ˌla-,

-ˈti-stē

plural elasticities

: the quality or state of being elastic: such as

: the capability of a strained body to recover its size and shape after deformation : springiness

: resilience sense 2

: the quality of being adaptable

: the responsiveness of a dependent economic variable to changes in influencing factors

elasticity of demand

price elasticity

Example Sentences

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Jeffrey Ton, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2022 Kiehl’s Age Defender Moisturizer is another excellent product that helps to strengthen skin while improving texture and elasticity.

Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 Sep. 2022 The eco-cotton and French terry blend fabric is soft on the skin, with Spandex added to provide a little elasticity for comfort before the corset.

Belle Duchene, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2022 The elasticity helps lower momentary forces and pull one vehicle out of an obstacle with another.

Wes Siler, Outside Online, 28 Sep. 2022 Collagen peptides, when 10,000 milligrams are taken daily, have shown some (key word: some) promise for boosting skin's moisture and elasticity, according to a study published in the journal Dermatology Practical & Conceptual.

Paige Stables, Allure, 24 Sep. 2022 This then signals to the dermis to repair and boost collagen production which plumps the area and increases elasticity.

Sydney Wingfield, Glamour, 19 Sep. 2022 Treating the skin with multiple microneedling sessions spaced at least one month apart can produce an increase in collagen and skin elasticity.

ELLE, 29 Aug. 2022 Growth Factor Serum is enriched with Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) and is known to stimulate powerful anti-aging effects, enhancing moisture and elasticity, and reducing wrinkles.

Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Aug. 2022 See More

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