toughness

Definition of toughnessnext

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Recent Examples of toughness The seventh-round selection has shown toughness and an ability to set the edge in the run game, according to Dolphins senior national scout Ron Brockington. Miami Herald, 2 June 2026 When toughness becomes the only form of strength that is valued, connection is often the first thing to go. Teresa Hopke, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 This is where the fabled toughness of the New York media failed last week. Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026 Enter Dowdle, a former high school quarterback who quickly won over McCarthy with his mixture of toughness and football intelligence. CBS News, 31 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for toughness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toughness
Noun
  • This brings cohesion and an unexpected design element to the otherwise airy upper portion of the room.
    Lauren Jones, The Spruce, 6 June 2026
  • What ultimately distinguishes this new tier is the seamless cohesion of the journey, where recognition feels instinctive and personalized and appreciation is consistently and thoughtfully delivered at every touchpoint of the travel journey.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • All this solidity comes in anticipation of a massive change.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 12 May 2026
  • Scott’s first start didn’t exactly portend solidity, but his second go-round in Anaheim was much sharper and encouraging.
    Tim Britton, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Noun
  • Embarking on the unorthodox production journey was a no-brainer for Lim because of the longevity and durability of the partnership.
    Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
  • This combination provides a balance of strength, durability, and low weight, enabling smooth, accurate movement.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 June 2026

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“Toughness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toughness. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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