1
as in decisiveness
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose
a woman of remarkable firmness in the achievement of the goals she has set for herself
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as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
test the firmness of the concrete before parking the car on it
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Recent Examples of firmness
Niacinamide helps soothe redness and strengthen the skin barrier, green microalgae brings antioxidant support, vegan peptides help improve firmness and texture over time, and aloe adds lightweight, calming hydration.
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 Nov. 2025
Under the new rule, products that qualify as infant support cushions must adhere to a variety of standards regarding restraining children, cushion firmness, maximum incline angle, seam strength and more.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
Ellis ‘dispenses justice with patience and firmness’ As a judge, Ellis has ruled on a wide range of issues, from public health to voter registration records.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
With three firmness options—soft, medium, and firm—side sleepers and stomach sleepers alike are sure to find their fit here.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Models with design features such as flocking, air coils and firmness controls cost between $50-$80 on average.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
Velvet is an important aspect of the textile inventory of both designers, who chose it for its firmness, moldability, and luster.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
The formula combines 1% granactive retinoid with blueberry fruit extract and a host of botanical oils (think sunflower, grape, avocado, and meadowfoam) into a silky blue oil that locks in moisture and improves skin’s firmness.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2025
The result is an AI program that currently predicts an avocado’s firmness and freshness with respective accuracies of around 92 and 84 percent.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2025
Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 Nov. 2025
Under the new rule, products that qualify as infant support cushions must adhere to a variety of standards regarding restraining children, cushion firmness, maximum incline angle, seam strength and more.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
Ellis ‘dispenses justice with patience and firmness’ As a judge, Ellis has ruled on a wide range of issues, from public health to voter registration records.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
With three firmness options—soft, medium, and firm—side sleepers and stomach sleepers alike are sure to find their fit here.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Models with design features such as flocking, air coils and firmness controls cost between $50-$80 on average.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
Velvet is an important aspect of the textile inventory of both designers, who chose it for its firmness, moldability, and luster.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
The formula combines 1% granactive retinoid with blueberry fruit extract and a host of botanical oils (think sunflower, grape, avocado, and meadowfoam) into a silky blue oil that locks in moisture and improves skin’s firmness.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2025
The result is an AI program that currently predicts an avocado’s firmness and freshness with respective accuracies of around 92 and 84 percent.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for firmness
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Critical in today’s joint operations—but must not substitute decisiveness with consensus.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
27 Oct. 2025
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Yet, when countered with decisiveness, Putin has retreated.—
Kathleen Collins,
Twin Cities,
26 Oct. 2025
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If accurate even only in part, such a dramatic escalation would cast doubt on the reliability of the election results and put the military at the center of the blame for the outcome.—
Peter D. Feaver,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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Although outdoor tests have begun, long-term reliability data remain limited.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Elizabeth’s determination not to settle the succession gave rise to fierce rivalry between the claimants to the English throne, among them Mary, Queen of Scots and her son James VI; James’s cousin Arbella Stuart; Lady Katherine Grey and her descendants; and Henry Hastings, Earl of Huntingdon.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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Our shareholders and clients have benefited enormously from Elon Musk's vision, determination and execution.—
Alia Shoaib,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The outcome offered further evidence that prioritizing short-term stability over democratic values and accountable governance can invite long-term reversals, a trend that Washington and New Delhi would do well to reckon with.—
MUHIB RAHMAN,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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Yet, even as photovoltaic technology advances, engineers continue to chase a balance between efficiency, stability, and cost.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Parents and alumni of Jesuit High School in Carmichael are doggedly fighting back against the Catholic all-boys school’s recent decision to begin accepting girls in 2027.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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But when asked about the duo, McKillop elected to talk about the entire backcourt, making play-time decisions challenging this early in the season with a brand new roster.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Nov. 2025
Noun
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What’s your team’s greatest strength this season?—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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And that’s all without mentioning a run defense that flexed its strength against the Green Bay Packers, and a special teams group that is facilitating complementary football and more.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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The controller described an industry held together by human endurance more than institutional support, one that depends on overtime, unpaid labor, and the quiet resolve of those who still show up.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Nov. 2025
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But Hawley showed its resolve by racing back on a 4-0 run.—
Andrew Cornelius,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Firmness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/firmness. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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