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Recent Examples of ruggedness
In developing the mattress, Nissan aimed for a mix of camping comfort and haul-anywhere ruggedness.
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C.c. Weiss
may 29, New Atlas, 29 May 2026
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.
—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
C.c. Weiss
may 29, New Atlas, 29 May 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruggedness
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But a major part of Minnesota’s success in the series was KAT’s toughness at holding his ground in the post and pushing Jokic off his spots when the three-time MVP battled for positioning.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
12 June 2026
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At 23, the midfielder was named the captain of the 2022 World Cup team, and his toughness sets the tone for the whole team.—
Russell Lewis,
NPR,
12 June 2026
Noun
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These moves seek to address the brain drain of top technical talent following the invasion of Ukraine by playing to a traditional Russian strength—upskilling members of a population of some 140 million people, which has historically seen success in the mathematical sciences.—
Nikita Ostrovsky,
Time,
18 June 2026
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Nearly 30 years later, and some 52 years after the country’s first World Cup appearance in West Germany, Haiti’s players must summon that same strength.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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The cold hardiness of muhly grasses ranges from Zone 5 (rose muhly) to Zone 7 (pink muhly and Lindheimer’s muhly).—
Daniel Scott,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 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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That makes smart packing less about luxury and more about stamina.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Soundcore Headphones Deals The Soundcore Q20i offers an impressive balance of silence and stamina, utilizing hybrid active noise cancelling to reduce ambient sounds by up to 90%.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
19 June 2026
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The Salvation Army Thrift Store closest to my home in Santa Fe seems to have relaxed last century’s strict emphasis on cleanliness.—
Caity Weaver,
The Atlantic,
12 June 2026
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Next, choosing the right material for your kitchen pegboard is critical, not only for aesthetics but also for long-term functionality and cleanliness.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The crowd shook her car with such vigor that the 23-year-old Westminster resident couldn’t turn up the music like people shouted at her to do.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Gorlin-Crenshaw notes that cool temperatures, such as those below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, will slow plant development and reduce plant vigor.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
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Gerber said restoring these historic buildings is essential to preserving both Hollywood’s architectural character and the economic vitality of the boulevard.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
20 June 2026
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Finca La Igriega Conexion Malbec 2022 is a wine with fruit, freshness and vitality.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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But far more lives have probably been saved by basic hygiene and clean water that prevent them in the first place.—
Michael J. Coren,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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Regular care maintains hygiene by preventing buildup, which degrades fabric and comfort over time.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
15 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ruggedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruggedness. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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