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as in hardy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
it took a sturdy person to endure the life of a pioneer
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as in strong
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
wear sturdy boots because we will be going over sharp rocks and uneven terrain
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as in solid
not showing weakness or uncertainty
you'll need a sturdy grasp of the concepts of algebra before you can take calculus
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Recent Examples of sturdy
Aglaonema Botanical Name: Aglaonema spp Sunlight: Bright, moderate to low indirect light
Soil: Well-draining
Aglaonema is a sturdy plant that thrives in low-light conditions.
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
There were no signs of wear to this sturdy lawn aerator during our testing and appears to be durable for long-term use.
—Kate Puhala, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025
While the Atlas 150 was sturdy enough not to require using the clamp attachment, that wasn’t the case here.
—Alexis Berger, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 May 2025
Best Minimalist Pick: Kuru Flex Via Kuru may specialize in sturdy, supportive shoes—but that doesn’t mean all of its pairs feel clunky.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 1 May 2025
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
There were no signs of wear to this sturdy lawn aerator during our testing and appears to be durable for long-term use.
—Kate Puhala, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025
While the Atlas 150 was sturdy enough not to require using the clamp attachment, that wasn’t the case here.
—Alexis Berger, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 May 2025
Best Minimalist Pick: Kuru Flex Via Kuru may specialize in sturdy, supportive shoes—but that doesn’t mean all of its pairs feel clunky.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sturdy
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The fisherman aesthetic, a modern and trendy take on nautical design, offers cool colors and hardy materials (like wood and stone) with an emphasis on creating cozy spots to lounge.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2025
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As usual, his Ethan Hunt is muscular, hardy, game for anything.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
15 May 2025
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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These dildos were solid and made to sit above the pubic bone, custom made to measurements provided by purchasers, who were often men.—
Mikelle Street,
Them.,
23 May 2025
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Per Deadline Hollywood, which first reported the cancellation, viewership for season 3 was still solid but the show slipped out of Nielsen's Top 10 Originals chart quicker than its predecessors, and the decision to cancel ultimately came down to the show's hefty price tag.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
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And on the rugged ninth hole, his tee shot held up in the grass just short of the bunker.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Nance’s experience and rugged style of play were missed.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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Try this trend out for yourself by snagging a pair of these Pumas with an extra-cushioned heel and durable outsole.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 has been designed to help enterprise IT departments handle the challenges of hybrid environments and the imperative to integrate AI workloads with a durable operating system.—
Adrian Bridgwater,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Roll the balls, and flash freeze on baking sheets until firm, then transfer to freezer-safe zip-top bags and freeze for up to three months.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
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The qualifiers might only apply to the ACC and Big 12, but nothing is firm right now, especially the matter of when to stage any additional Playoff games.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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After his ice-cold start that was due, in large part, to Jaden McDaniels’ stout defense, Gilgeous-Alexander was spectacular in the second half (20 points, five assists, four rebounds, eight-of-14 shooting and a plus-25 rating as the Thunder dominated 70-40).—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Normally, heavy tackle is preferred, including a stout casting rod and 15 to 18-pound-test line, so heavy fish can be kept from diving into weeds or under logs.—
Don Shiner,
Outdoor Life,
14 May 2025
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The threat of severe weather is conditional on the position of a warm front in the area and whether temperatures are too cool and stable for storms to develop.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
23 May 2025
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The component loadout is good for the price, with 16GB of RAM making multi-tasking smooth and stable.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
23 May 2025
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“Sturdy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdy. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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