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Recent Examples of ruggedness
Starting at only $33,995, the Crosstrek Hybrid offers a blend of fuel efficiency, ruggedness, and brand reliability, as 97% of all Subaru’s sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today.
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Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
But for Mann, the new militarized zone could take away some of the thrill of hiking from Mexico to Canada and the idealized ruggedness of the experience.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Off-road SUVs The hottest SUV these days is one that exudes ruggedness and toughness; consumers cannot get enough of these utes, even though so few actually go off-roading.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 22 Feb. 2026
Add a black tie to bring back that touch of ruggedness.
—Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
Something of the ruggedness of the granite and marble has entered into the veins of the people of Vermont.
—Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
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
Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
But for Mann, the new militarized zone could take away some of the thrill of hiking from Mexico to Canada and the idealized ruggedness of the experience.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Off-road SUVs The hottest SUV these days is one that exudes ruggedness and toughness; consumers cannot get enough of these utes, even though so few actually go off-roading.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 22 Feb. 2026
Add a black tie to bring back that touch of ruggedness.
—Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
Something of the ruggedness of the granite and marble has entered into the veins of the people of Vermont.
—Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruggedness
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Armed with the mental toughness gained from their mind gym, the Bruins held South Carolina to its lowest first-quarter shooting percentage of the tournament.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
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Short-term memory and mental toughness are prerequisites for a major league pitcher, particularly for one who must ply his trade at Coors Field.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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Her talents at combining foods from a broad swath of the map into a cohesive narrative is the restaurant’s greatest strength, and also its guidepost for possibilities yet to be realized.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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But the company told a good story last quarter, with strength in industrial and data center.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
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Their hardiness comes from their ability to handle temperature extremes.—
Jamie McIntosh,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 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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Small, repeatable choices will strengthen your stamina.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Physical stamina and comfort preferences may evolve.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
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Ivory with honey soles These shoes perfectly understand the allure of cleanliness.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
5 Apr. 2026
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During the covid-19 pandemic, the city temporarily suspended street sweeping programs, causing another backslide in cleanliness.—
TIM CRAIG THE WASHINGTON POST,
Arkansas Online,
5 Apr. 2026
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The pivot in recent weeks toward attacking Iranian infrastructure is the predictable reaction to the failure to appreciate the vigor of the ethic of resistance.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
3 Apr. 2026
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Nematodes can be a problem in Dietes and tend to reduce plant vigor and lead to yellowing or chlorosis of the foliage.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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There’s a school of psychology behind why teams wear bolder colors on the color wheel — hues that scream vitality, energy, power and strength.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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For me, maintaining brand vitality requires curiosity, humility and ongoing dialogue.—
Terri Liebler,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2026
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Love Purse collects purses under $20, along with feminine products, deodorant, soap, body lotion, hand sanitizer, dental hygiene and hair care products, slippers and socks, compact mirrors, chocolates and mints, and other items.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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This won’t replace good sleep hygiene or fix a serious sleep disorder.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ruggedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruggedness. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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