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as in hardy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
it took a sturdy person to endure the life of a pioneer
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as in strong
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
wear sturdy boots because we will be going over sharp rocks and uneven terrain
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as in solid
not showing weakness or uncertainty
you'll need a sturdy grasp of the concepts of algebra before you can take calculus
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Recent Examples of sturdy
Its sturdy canvas ensures durability, while the interior pocket secures smaller items.
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Jené Luciani Sena
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Abel Ferreira’s team are built on a sturdy defence that has kept clean sheets in three of their four Club World Cup matches, conceding twice in a four-goal thriller against Inter Miami.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 28 June 2025
Lorde dials back the nature themes and acoustic sounds in service to sturdier pop fare and a more approachable façade.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 27 June 2025
The tune, a collaboration with Bruno Mars — whose presence surely helped the cut not only become a high-rising win but also a sturdy one — has now spent 34 weeks on the competitive tally.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
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Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 28 June 2025
Abel Ferreira’s team are built on a sturdy defence that has kept clean sheets in three of their four Club World Cup matches, conceding twice in a four-goal thriller against Inter Miami.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 28 June 2025
Lorde dials back the nature themes and acoustic sounds in service to sturdier pop fare and a more approachable façade.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 27 June 2025
The tune, a collaboration with Bruno Mars — whose presence surely helped the cut not only become a high-rising win but also a sturdy one — has now spent 34 weeks on the competitive tally.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sturdy
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For a hardy perennial that grows in areas where many plants fail, plant hellebores.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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Exceptionally hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, bearded irises are one of the easiest perennials to grow in cold-weather regions.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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The screen is solid, the speakers aren't bad, and the cameras are 1080p.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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For home improvement fans and DIYers looking to invest in quality power tools, this DeWalt deal is solid.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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Loro Piana’s Wish Onde Soft also boasts exceptional softness and hairiness, while the new Wish Rice part of the same family is a fancy yarn defined by a rugged, tactile effect ensured by chain-like structure.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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Pictured above is Indonesia’s mountainous Halmahera rainforest, featuring rugged topography shaped by outpourings from the numerous volcanoes that pockmark the region.—
Emma R. Hasson,
Scientific American,
1 July 2025
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Their hexagonal shape prevents rolling, while the durable rubber coating protects floors and minimizes wear and tear on the weights.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
8 July 2025
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This adventure-ready cooler is packed with features, including durable handles, non-slip feet, heavy-duty latches to keep the interior cold, and extra-thick insulated walls for ice retention.—
Kayla Kitts,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Meanwhile, over the July 4 weekend Kenneth and Maria Fishel, the couple behind a New York real estate empire and the firm Renaissance Properties, cohosted an Adams fundraiser in the Hamptons.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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Stay firm, shorten the backswing and block the ball back, or even chip it.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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The 6-foot-4, 320-pounder needs to be better at anchoring, as he too often was driven into the backfield by stout nose tackles last season.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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Faison rushed for 1,109 yards and eight touchdowns for the Aggies last fall, averaging a stout 5.6 yards per carry.—
Chase Goodbread,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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His early stardom never quite translated into a stable senior career as opportunities dried up in a system overflowing with talent.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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The president further argues that lower rates will make financing the ever-increasing federal debt cheaper, a factor which does not play into the Fed’s statutory dual mandate of ensuring maximum sustainable employment and stable prices.—
Ron Insana,
CNBC,
11 July 2025
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“Sturdy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdy. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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