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
Pracaxi oil, andiroba oil, niacinamide, allantoin, hyaluronic acid, and an Amazonian tree extract give this antioxidant, reparative, anti-inflammatory, collagen-producing, wrinkle-filling, and elasticity-improving benefits.
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Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
In the study, a manuscript published online in January in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum, researchers found that collagen’s effects on elasticity and hydration accumulate gradually, requiring ongoing intake.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Plumbody, an ultra-hydrating body cream featuring a patented ingredient called Midnight Muir, which helps reduce redness, dryness and hyperpigmentation, while fighting free radicals and enhancing skin elasticity.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
The material’s elasticity further positions it for potential use in flexible electronics and wearable energy storage systems.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
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Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
In the study, a manuscript published online in January in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum, researchers found that collagen’s effects on elasticity and hydration accumulate gradually, requiring ongoing intake.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Plumbody, an ultra-hydrating body cream featuring a patented ingredient called Midnight Muir, which helps reduce redness, dryness and hyperpigmentation, while fighting free radicals and enhancing skin elasticity.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
The material’s elasticity further positions it for potential use in flexible electronics and wearable energy storage systems.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elasticity
Noun
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Today’s most successful workspaces balance comfort, flexibility and visual beauty.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, factors like flexibility, strength, and range of motion weren’t accounted for in the results.—
Emma Loewe,
Outside,
11 Mar. 2026
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Altogether, the constellation will serve as a major upgrade to the national missile defense net, weaving into a multi-layered architecture designed for maximum resilience.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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Resting supports your long-term resilience.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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