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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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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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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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The district will work on the official policies in the upcoming months to have a solid policy by the start of the 2025-26 school year.—
Alecia Taylor,
Kansas City Star,
11 May 2025
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Vanney started with a back five defensive shape in an effort to give his team a solid base to play from and clog the midfield.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
11 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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The second webcam will cover the rugged cliffs where puffins, guillemots, razorbills, shags, and various species of gull typically gather.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
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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Taskmaster Saturn will also enter Aries on May 24, challenging your one-on-one partnerships and commitments, as you are called to take your relationships more seriously and establish firm boundaries in the process.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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Texture-wise, the Jell-O is firm, but still joyously jiggly and soft, punctuated by bites of ripe strawberries.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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That pair earned a 57 percent expected goal rate while playing matchup minutes in the regular season, but their defense wasn’t as stout against the Devils in Round 1.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Or try Tower Arch Trail (3.4 miles roundtrip), which takes you to a stout, wide arch near a tower.—
Maya Silver,
Outside Online,
2 May 2025
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Unlike stable angina, unstable angina is considered a medical emergency.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
12 May 2025
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With the right tools and relationships in place, the SLED market can become a core component of a stable—and more future-proof—business model.—
Derek Hoyt,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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“Sturdy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdy. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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