friability

Definition of friabilitynext

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brittleness
Noun
  • The Hard as Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream includes vitamin E to prevent peeling, provitamin B to reduce brittleness, and retinol to stimulate collagen production.
    Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
  • These determine whether technological acceleration remains a source of broad benefit or becomes a source of brittleness vulnerable to attackers, accidents, or concentrated power.
    Big Think, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Friability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/friability. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.

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