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Recent Examples of ruggedness
Something of the ruggedness of the granite and marble has entered into the veins of the people of Vermont.
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Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
The victory at Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers Stadium in the AFC title game owed mostly to San Diego’s slight edge in ruggedness and an almost masochistic endurance against one of the NFL’s hardnosed franchises.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2025
Known for being tough as nails and as reliable as a golden retriever, Toyota says the new all-wheel-drive (AWD) Hilux doesn't compromise on ruggedness.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 10 Nov. 2025
For those seeking ruggedness without sacrificing style, there’s much to love about Big Sur.
—AFAR Media, 25 Oct. 2025
Here, the political messaging in Mahama’s earlier works was expressed via the ruggedness of the jute bags, signaling both movement and containment, wear and endurance.
—Edna Bonhomme, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
Their lab now influences how global companies specify components and design for longevity, safety, and ROI, helping prevent thermal runaway propagation, mitigate corrosion, and elevate system ruggedness.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Meeting these demands at scale requires advanced engineering and a manufacturing system that integrates precision with ruggedness.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
Emphasizing ruggedness and offering an open invitation to tackle dirt roads, the Bronco’s squared fenders, short overhangs, upright glass and knobby tires look more at home on mountain trails than valet lanes.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
The victory at Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers Stadium in the AFC title game owed mostly to San Diego’s slight edge in ruggedness and an almost masochistic endurance against one of the NFL’s hardnosed franchises.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2025
Known for being tough as nails and as reliable as a golden retriever, Toyota says the new all-wheel-drive (AWD) Hilux doesn't compromise on ruggedness.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 10 Nov. 2025
For those seeking ruggedness without sacrificing style, there’s much to love about Big Sur.
—AFAR Media, 25 Oct. 2025
Here, the political messaging in Mahama’s earlier works was expressed via the ruggedness of the jute bags, signaling both movement and containment, wear and endurance.
—Edna Bonhomme, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
Their lab now influences how global companies specify components and design for longevity, safety, and ROI, helping prevent thermal runaway propagation, mitigate corrosion, and elevate system ruggedness.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Meeting these demands at scale requires advanced engineering and a manufacturing system that integrates precision with ruggedness.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
Emphasizing ruggedness and offering an open invitation to tackle dirt roads, the Bronco’s squared fenders, short overhangs, upright glass and knobby tires look more at home on mountain trails than valet lanes.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruggedness
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Combining excellent speed with the toughness needed to break tackles, the 5-foot-6, 189-pound Knight led the conference with 1,357 rushing yards.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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Someone who can change the culture of this floundering franchise, turning up the volume on its toughness, execution and discipline.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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The relative strength index, or RSI, is a technical indicator that measures the speed and magnitude of recent price moves.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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The research relied on metrics covering loneliness, depressive symptoms, memory, and grip strength to gauge physical health.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
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Some varieties, such as 'Lalandei' (shown here) offer a little more winter hardiness (to Zone 5) and orange-red fruit.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Dec. 2025
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Apply a fertilizer high in potassium to improve winter hardiness before the first frost.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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For this polar adventure, all gear must be carried to remote and rugged camps, necessitating vigorous training beforehand that focuses on stamina and strength.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Waning stamina was one explanation; Bainbridge had long been a heavy drinker and smoker.—
Christopher Tayler,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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The food and drink website Tasting Table recently ranked the best buffet in all 50 states, evaluating customer reviews and recommendations while focusing on quality, variety, freshness, cleanliness and menus that balance standout specialties with broad appeal.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Cleanliness Turtles are messy animals and require consistent attention to the cleanliness of their enclosures.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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Flowers that are well-suited to your garden’s growing conditions and that have a tendency to spread aggressively will do so with vigor.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2026
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Fertilizer is a great way to improve the vigor of pothos, but too much can do more harm than good.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
15 Jan. 2026
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Paint Accent Wall An accent wall lends vitality to a room by changing the color or texture of one wall.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
31 Jan. 2026
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To this end, Bitcoin price formation is increasingly informed by macroeconomic factors and market vitality, rather than by internal supply and production factors.—
Jason Phillips,
Ascend Agency,
30 Jan. 2026
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Considered to be one of the earliest TV villains, the reality television alum was known for his lack of personal hygiene, as well as his frequent clashes with fellow housemates.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
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This year, Data Privacy Day shouldn’t just be about personal hygiene like password managers and two-factor authentication.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Ruggedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruggedness. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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