hard-shell

adjective

variants or hard-shelled
Definition of hard-shellnext
as in hard-line

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Recent Examples of hard-shell Available in both men’s and women’s parkas and jackets, these storm-worthy styles pair mapped insulation with a waterproof and breathable hard-shell fabric. — Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 13 Dec. 2024 Stand-out hard-shell suitcases on sale include The Large Check-In and The Journey Check-In. — Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024 Despite some questionable business practices, multiple WIRED staffers still use the classic Away hard-shell carry-on (9/10, WIRED Recommends) as their travel suitcase. — Adrienne So, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024 The set is available in black, light blue, navy blue, and orange, and each hard-shell suitcase is also expandable—providing between 15 and 25 percent more packing space. — Lydia Mansel, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for hard-shell
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hard-shell
  1. hard-line
  2. persistent
  3. tenacious
  4. stern
  5. rigid
  6. steadfast
  7. relentless
  8. severe
Adjective
  • In an era where employee engagement is paramount to organizational success, hard-line leadership and bullying tactics are counterproductive.
    — Chris Westfall, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Paxton's investigation highlights the divide between the Republican administration's hard-line immigration agenda and the policies of largely Democratic-run cities pushing back against it.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of hard-line
Adjective
  • These include persistent anxiety, trouble sleeping, recurring headaches, high blood pressure, and feelings of burnout, Patrick said.
    — Julia Ries, Health, 8 Mar. 2025
  • But minutes into Trump’s speech, Rep. Al Green (D-TX), 77, was forcibly removed from the House chamber for his persistent demonstration.
    — Naomi Lim, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of persistent
Adjective
  • With a heavy heart and a tenacious, versatile playing style hitting the field in 2025, Bell knows his family is with him as well.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Feb. 2025
  • The Celtics couldn’t keep Jalen Brunson off the free-throw line late in the first half but otherwise used tenacious, smart defense to hold the Knicks to 48 points on 33.3 percent field goal shooting before halftime.
    — Jay King, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
Definition of tenacious
Adjective
  • Lilian laughed, but Dr. Fenton remained stern, only nodding at Lilian’s understanding.
    — Yiyun Li, The New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Waves of anti-Tesla and Elon Musk protests ripple throughout Bay Area Related Articles With few options, Bay Area Democrats in Congress oppose Trump with stern letters, town halls and protest California’s first zero-emission car mandates are coming.
    — CNN.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
Definition of stern
Adjective
  • Candidates overly focused on titles, rigid job descriptions, or chain of command may struggle in a fast-changing environment.
    — Abdo Riani, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Instead, contemporary feminist and critical theories have expanded our understanding of vision and representation, moving beyond rigid categories to embrace fluidity, intersectionality, and self-definition.
    — Alessia Glaviano, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of rigid
Adjective
  • Many in the department remain steadfast that Mercado should be disciplined — or at least removed from the prestigious investigative unit.
    — Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 8 Mar. 2025
  • The key is to recognize that while retirement planning has evolved with technology, certain fundamental principles remain steadfast.
    — Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Definition of steadfast
Adjective
  • The relentless pushing reaches a point of questioning.
    — Jodie Cook, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
  • The post, which unexpectedly went viral in January for reasons that Meli does not know, questions ambition's place in modern life, portraying it as a relentless force driven by capitalism and social conditioning rather than genuine fulfillment.
    — Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of relentless
Adjective
  • While the Midwest and the South are bracing for possible severe storms Friday and Saturday, on Thursday there was a critical risk of fire in Texas and other parts of the Great Plains — and the extreme danger will continue into the weekend.
    — Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The greatest risk for severe storms will be along and east/northeast of Kansas City.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of severe

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