as in hardened
to become physically firm or solid
wait for the modeling clay to firm up before handling the finished pot
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Verb
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As new video-making tools have led to an surge in AI slop, YouTube has hardened its content policies.—
Andrew Zucker,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026 -
Her tenor hardened during her Friday radio interview.—
Nicholas Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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With sellers holding out for pre-rate-hike valuations and buyers unwilling to pay them, deal flow essentially froze.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
10 June 2026
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Saturday-Sunday This Mexican restaurant in Clearfork is known for its brisket tacos and strong drinks – their froze with rose and vodka has a two drink limit.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
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His eyes locked to the right, his tiny body stiffened and his face turned red.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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There was a sudden spring shower, which stiffened into rain.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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“Firmed (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/firmed%20%28up%29. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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