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as in hardy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
it took a sturdy person to endure the life of a pioneer
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as in strong
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
wear sturdy boots because we will be going over sharp rocks and uneven terrain
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as in solid
not showing weakness or uncertainty
you'll need a sturdy grasp of the concepts of algebra before you can take calculus
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Recent Examples of sturdy
The rubber material is also added to the bottom of the block heel to make the boots sturdier.
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Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026
To ensure seedlings develop stout and sturdy stems, keep your grow lights on for about 14 to 16 hours per day and position the lights about 2 to 4 inches above the seed trays or seedling leaves.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
Shoppers are also going after this four-pack of Rubbermaid food storage containers, which can securely store leftovers and meal preparations in their sturdy, stackable silhouettes.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
This affordable option is stacked with surprising security, including an anti-theft back-zip entry, water-resistant nylon, and sturdy zippers that resist tampering.
—Claire Gallam, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025
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Gardenia x daruma is an obscure dwarf hybrid that is hardy down to 20 degrees and, planted on its own, grows no more than three feet tall with small flowers and leaves.—
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For nearly a decade, each of my winters has brought at least one trip to a mountain hut for a weekend with a hardy group of friends.—
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Also at tight end, Jackson Verdugo, who had a strong freshman season, is due back, and FIU signed incoming freshmen Davis Brown and Ayden Passley.—
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Nicole says Hannah did get better and stronger — strong enough that Hannah's neurologist told her the whole story.—
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Even with the affair, David's alibi appeared to be solid, so Belinda's murder went unsolved for years.—
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Polka dots bring visual interest without overwhelming a look, pairing easily with solid staples.—
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Gazing out the window on approach to Salt Lake City’s sprawling semi-new international transportation edifice, Lamar Skeeter ponders his trail mirroring the rugged terrain surrounding the area below.—
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For a quiet, relaxing base onshore, check out Marriott’s all-inclusive Almare, which opened in 2024, and Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets, an adults-only refuge on the island’s rugged southern point.—
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This chic travel bag has a waterproof faux leather exterior, plus a durable polyester lining that’s easy to clean.—
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It’s made from a lightweight, durable fabric that offers flexibility for the number of pieces stored inside.—
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The cease-and-desist letter, provided to the Tribune by Nicholson’s campaign, was written by a lawyer from the firm Ford & Britton, where Cook County Board Commissioner Scott Britton is a partner.—
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Keep in mind that firm menstrual cups are more likely to open properly after being inserted.—
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To ensure seedlings develop stout and sturdy stems, keep your grow lights on for about 14 to 16 hours per day and position the lights about 2 to 4 inches above the seed trays or seedling leaves.—
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This matchup will come down to how well Philadelphia’s stout defense plays against one of the better offensive units in the league.—
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Polk said the astronaut is stable but that diagnostic uncertainty in microgravity prompted NASA to err on the side of bringing the crew member back to Earth.—
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Treaties assume shared values, stable circumstances, and mutual benefit.—
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“Sturdy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdy. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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