as in flexibility
the ability of something to return to its original shape after it has been stretched, pressed, bent, etc.
Rubber bands are favored for their elasticity.
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Recent Examples of elasticity
This under-the-radar gem is packed with sea moss (to boost hydration and promote elasticity) and a peptide complex (to stimulate collagen and reduce fine lines).
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Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 25 Apr. 2025
May Promote Healthy Skin Beef liver contributes to skin health through its supply of vitamin A. Vitamin A promotes the elasticity of the skin and stimulates the regeneration of collagen fibers and cellular repair.
—Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2025
His language was beautifully elastic; what fascinated me just as much was the elasticity, over decades of profound change, of his politics.
—Ilan Stavans, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
The risk in upping prices is related to the elasticity of business offerings.
—Rohit Arora, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 25 Apr. 2025
May Promote Healthy Skin Beef liver contributes to skin health through its supply of vitamin A. Vitamin A promotes the elasticity of the skin and stimulates the regeneration of collagen fibers and cellular repair.
—Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2025
His language was beautifully elastic; what fascinated me just as much was the elasticity, over decades of profound change, of his politics.
—Ilan Stavans, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
The risk in upping prices is related to the elasticity of business offerings.
—Rohit Arora, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for elasticity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elasticity
resilience
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Beth believes that, even during the most difficult times, resilience and connection are possible.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Resume Now’s latest analysis of Bureau of Labor statistics data identifies 13 high-growth careers that require only a high school diploma—yet offer strong salaries and resilience against AI automation.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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