as in cohesion
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of toughness
He was lauded for his toughness and warrior spirit.
—
Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
Finally, impact strength assesses a material’s ability to absorb sudden shocks without shattering, highlighting that the hardness alone doesn’t always mean toughness.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
An early-season show of toughness and resilience, no doubt.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Loners avoid prison politics — the gossip, the egos, the tests of toughness.
—John J. Lennon, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for toughness
Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
Finally, impact strength assesses a material’s ability to absorb sudden shocks without shattering, highlighting that the hardness alone doesn’t always mean toughness.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
An early-season show of toughness and resilience, no doubt.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Loners avoid prison politics — the gossip, the egos, the tests of toughness.
—John J. Lennon, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for toughness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toughness
Noun
-
The cash flow from trafficking is under direct threat, and that puts the cohesion of the military elite at risk.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
-
Satellite imagery can help determine the strength, size and cohesion of a storm.—
The New York Times,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
As the light drops, the stillness of the dark comes on, the trees acquire their night-time solidity, and the hooting of the owls begins.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 Sep. 2025
-
Joan and Luke had a love that was all fireworks and sexy dazzle; after Luke died, Joan married Larry, who was all ordinary-guy solidity.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The trim is made from 100% genuine leather for extra durability and a high-end look.—
Christopher Murray
may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
-
By sourcing native materials and investing in extended research and development cycles, Edition emphasizes durability and cultural depth in equal measure.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
7 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Toughness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toughness. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share