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Recent Examples of toughness
And for boys and girls, the shoe options will pull from skate- and surf-inspired influences, while delivering toughness and comfort for active, creative lives.
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Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
John had a toughness about him.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 15 May 2026
This is what leadership and toughness look like (and why Bruce Brown was booed when shown on the JumboTron).
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
This trap is a moderate risk because, though both leaders can gain short-term political value from external toughness, the reality is their economies still need selective cooperation with each other to avoid self-harm.
—Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2026
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Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
John had a toughness about him.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 15 May 2026
This is what leadership and toughness look like (and why Bruce Brown was booed when shown on the JumboTron).
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
This trap is a moderate risk because, though both leaders can gain short-term political value from external toughness, the reality is their economies still need selective cooperation with each other to avoid self-harm.
—Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for toughness
Noun
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The problem is, when your side lack intensity, aggression and cohesion, those traps are easy to spot and avoid.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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In Japan, her instruction was focused and consistent, shaped by a small group of teachers and a strong emphasis on discipline and group cohesion.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
Noun
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All this solidity comes in anticipation of a massive change.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
12 May 2026
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Scott’s first start didn’t exactly portend solidity, but his second go-round in Anaheim was much sharper and encouraging.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
Noun
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The same applies to his Spanish namesake, Hugo Bueno, who has demonstrated his durability, athleticism and crossing ability at left wing-back this season.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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The bench is made with a combination of solid polar wood and MDF for durability and easy maintenance.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2026
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“Toughness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toughness. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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