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Recent Examples of ruggedness
This tank is widely considered the greatest tank of World War II (including several German generals) due to its ruggedness, firepower, armor protection, and simple design, which facilitated mass production.
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Matthew S Williams, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
GoPro invented the action camera category and led the pack in video quality and ruggedness for what seemed like forever.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
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.
—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
Matthew S Williams, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
GoPro invented the action camera category and led the pack in video quality and ruggedness for what seemed like forever.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruggedness
Noun
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And the toughness showed up in the physicality, too.—
Becky Sullivan,
NPR,
7 June 2026
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Can the Democrats of 2026 muster equal shrewdness and toughness?—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2026
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At the same time, a 12-month clinical trial out of Penn State just confirmed that eating prunes daily can help preserve bone strength in postmenopausal women.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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But strength and resilience aren't just themes in her magazine.—
Mikayla Price,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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And there are times when, even experts admit to not doing a thorough cleaning before repotting, based on the hardiness of the plant.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
14 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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Powershift is trying the 10-furlong distance for the first time, but his pedigree screams stamina.—
Teresa Genaro,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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But a new book by former first lady Jill Biden suggests that these reassuring portraits of an octogenarian president with enviable stamina were embellished.—
Kaylah Jackson,
NBC news,
3 June 2026
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Last season, Tyler Guyton allowed 31 quarterback pressures in just 10 games, and lowering that number will be crucial in lowering Prescott’s overall cleanliness in the pocket after being pressured the sixth-most of any quarterback last season.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2026
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Here are a few everyday tasks that almost always take less than 60 seconds to complete, but can have a big impact on the cleanliness and feel of your space.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
2 June 2026
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Reality is a system where prosecutorial vigor often correlates with public attention.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
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Squish the bags around with vigor and joy.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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As the Moon, planet of intuition, enters your sign, identity and vitality feel refreshed, and your sensitivity becomes a quiet guide rather than a drain.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 June 2026
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Joyce Manor broke out of the cookie-cutter second generation punk rock scene in California and is still touring and recording with the vitality of a new band.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
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Safe food handling, good hygiene and avoiding contact with cat stool can significantly reduce your risk.—
Dr. Megan Yanny,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Infant care packages include formula, baby food, bottles, diapers, wipes and hygiene items; the facility also provides sippy cups and cribs.—
Jim Axelrod,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ruggedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruggedness. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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