elasticity

Definition of elasticitynext
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 architecture balances public cloud elasticity with on-premise data protection. Sam Rastogi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Bone Broth Bone broth is rich in collagen, which supports the skin’s firmness and elasticity. Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 26 June 2026 CosRx’s The 6 Peptide Skin Booster isn’t just about packing in as many peptides as possible—each peptide has a different job, from supporting elasticity and smoothing fine lines to calming skin and boosting radiance. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 June 2026 For instance, Matrixyl 3000 stimulates collagen and elastin production, to reduce fine lines and improve skin elasticity. Deanna Pai, Vogue, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for elasticity
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Noun
  • If white feels like too much upkeep, an off-white, cream or pale blue slipcover can achieve a similar effect with a bit more flexibility.
    Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
  • Markets like Round Top give you a bit more flexibility to grab a quick breakfast.
    Heather Bien, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
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  • So Sheikh Hamad's doctrine may outlast him, but only if optionality becomes operational resilience rather than a portfolio of relationships on paper.
    Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • That gives the three imminent data centers in Miami-Dade a tinier footprint than the headline makers elsewhere in the state, said Margaret Cook, vice president of water and community resilience at the Houston Advanced Research Center.
    Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026

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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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