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
Smoking and alcohol take a measurable toll on collagen and elasticity, two of the structural components that keep skin firm and smooth.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
The rotating molecules in plastic ice VII give the ice some elasticity, like a gentle trampoline.
—Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
But where limestone is crumbly and opaque, nacre’s toughness and light-bending properties come from silklike proteins that weave among the layers, holding them in place while providing enough elasticity to absorb the shock of a fracture.
—Caitlin Kennedy, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2026
Smoking and alcohol take a measurable toll on collagen and elasticity, accelerating the visible signs of aging beyond what sun exposure alone can cause.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2026
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
The rotating molecules in plastic ice VII give the ice some elasticity, like a gentle trampoline.
—Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
But where limestone is crumbly and opaque, nacre’s toughness and light-bending properties come from silklike proteins that weave among the layers, holding them in place while providing enough elasticity to absorb the shock of a fracture.
—Caitlin Kennedy, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2026
Smoking and alcohol take a measurable toll on collagen and elasticity, accelerating the visible signs of aging beyond what sun exposure alone can cause.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elasticity
Noun
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First-look deals offer more flexibility for creators, but that comes with smaller checks.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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In some cases, that may involve flexibility around closing timelines, occupancy dates, or smaller logistical considerations that can influence how an offer is perceived in a competitive environment.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
Noun
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During his temporary leadership, FEMA ceased door-to-door canvassing to reach survivors after disasters, and canceled a multibillion-dollar resilience grant program, since restored by a federal judge.—
Gabriela Aoun Angueira,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Taylor also answered questions about the OpenAI nonprofit’s work, including its work in life sciences and AI resilience.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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