as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
after being dipped in liquid nitrogen, the rubber ball's normally resilient surface is as brittle as ceramic
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Recent Examples of resilient
What is a fact is that the Knicks have been as resilient as any team this postseason.
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James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Together, these founders represent the vanguard of A-beauty, a movement that aims to redefine beauty standards with formulations as resilient as the culture behind them.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 21 May 2025
As disruptions are the new norm, companies should look beyond operational efficiencies, evaluate scenario planning and create a holistic solution that helps in being more resilient.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 21 May 2025
Of the 16 titles on this year’s list, 10 are focused on helping readers to be smarter, happier and more resilient.
—Nicolas Vega, CNBC, 20 May 2025
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James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Together, these founders represent the vanguard of A-beauty, a movement that aims to redefine beauty standards with formulations as resilient as the culture behind them.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 21 May 2025
As disruptions are the new norm, companies should look beyond operational efficiencies, evaluate scenario planning and create a holistic solution that helps in being more resilient.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 21 May 2025
Of the 16 titles on this year’s list, 10 are focused on helping readers to be smarter, happier and more resilient.
—Nicolas Vega, CNBC, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resilient
Adjective
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Despite its grandeur, over the centuries the palace proved to be a flexible structure, capable of accommodating additions, splits, partitions, changes of ownership and use.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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After all, supportive sneakers for walking through a city, flexible pants for long-haul flights, and versatile pieces that can be worn multiple times throughout a trip are essentials on any packing list.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Made with a stretch cotton French terry material, the half-zip is soft on the inside while maintaining its chic, cropped exterior.—
Madison Yauger,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Denim veteran Piero Turk plugged into his roots in Italian luxury with garments that utilized the comfort of stretch denim without fitting tight on the body.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Apr. 2025
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Instead, Pack Reusable Silicone Snack Bags $13 at Amazon Silicone snack bags are an inexpensive, healthy alternative to plastic food bags.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
19 May 2025
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Seth is working there, and Joel brings a plastic freezer bag full of LEGOs, which Seth’s grandkids will love, to trade.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
18 May 2025
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“Resilient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resilient. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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