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
Bodycare that lifts and skincare that sculpts—powered by actives, adaptogens and tools—are especially important as GLP-1 drugs affect skin elasticity.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
The first is what Cellcosmet calls its CytoPep Cellular Extract, which blends proteins and peptides to help the skin preserve its natural, youthful elasticity.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2025
The Bottom Line on Science Collagen supplements show promising effects on skin elasticity and joint comfort for some people — but results are modest, variable, and not guaranteed.
—Sara Braun, Charlotte Observer, 29 Dec. 2025
Regular daily exercise can lower your blood pressure by strengthening your heart and improving the elasticity and function of blood vessels.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 18 Dec. 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
The first is what Cellcosmet calls its CytoPep Cellular Extract, which blends proteins and peptides to help the skin preserve its natural, youthful elasticity.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2025
The Bottom Line on Science Collagen supplements show promising effects on skin elasticity and joint comfort for some people — but results are modest, variable, and not guaranteed.
—Sara Braun, Charlotte Observer, 29 Dec. 2025
Regular daily exercise can lower your blood pressure by strengthening your heart and improving the elasticity and function of blood vessels.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 18 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elasticity
Noun
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This flexibility allows designers to combine multiple functions in a single microscopic system.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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Its power derives from accessibility and flexibility.—
Sahar Hashmi,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But Roger showed a different level of resilience.—
Patrick McEnroe,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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The organization also is to modernize wildland fire management for better national resilience on public lands.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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