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
Leveraging the natural regenerative qualities of the body, the tiny vesicles, or pouches, act as powerful cell messengers, triggering skin cells to regenerate, boost collagen and improve elasticity.
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Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Meanwhile sugar cane extract gently exfoliates while antioxidants to signs of aging, for overall more vibrant skin tone and improve elasticity.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 May 2025
Spider silk is a fascinating natural fiber, known for its extreme tear resistance, elasticity, light weight, and biodegradability.
—Jay Kakade
may 19, New Atlas, 19 May 2025
Evening eye cream is applied for hydration, reducing fine lines, repairing skin damage, reducing hyperpigmentation, improving elasticity, and more.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 15 May 2025
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Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Meanwhile sugar cane extract gently exfoliates while antioxidants to signs of aging, for overall more vibrant skin tone and improve elasticity.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 May 2025
Spider silk is a fascinating natural fiber, known for its extreme tear resistance, elasticity, light weight, and biodegradability.
—Jay Kakade
may 19, New Atlas, 19 May 2025
Evening eye cream is applied for hydration, reducing fine lines, repairing skin damage, reducing hyperpigmentation, improving elasticity, and more.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 15 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for elasticity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elasticity
resilience
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In both camps, the underlying message is one of resilience through preparation.—
Magdy Hassan Fayed,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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More Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images The World No. 1 showed a lot of resilience, bouncing back from that dreadful start with a bogey-free 33 on the back nine to give herself a chance on Sunday.—
Troy Finnegan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 June 2025
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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