sturdier; sturdiest
1
a
: firmly built or constituted : stout
b
: hardy
sturdy plants
c
: sound in design or execution : substantial
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a dog with a strong sturdy build
it took a sturdy person to endure the life of a pioneer
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Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
In the finish, these sturdy tasting notes split open to reveal sandalwood spice that lingers for several beats.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
The problem is, my sturdy 1-inch pruners are bulky in my pocket and tiring to use.
—Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
Consider sturdy players with heavier cases that will cushion the inner workings when unexpected tumbles occur.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Sturdy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sturdy. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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sturdy
adjective
stur·dy
ˈstərd-ē 
sturdier; sturdiest
2
: firm entry 1 sense 3, resolute
sturdy self-reliance
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