TOUGHNESS Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

toughness

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Definition of toughness

as in cohesion

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Recent Examples of toughness Hypermasculinity is not simply tied up in an individual’s behavior, but can become embedded within organizational cultures that reward toughness, dominance, risk-taking and silence. — Pietro A. Sasso, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2026 The newest generation combines old-fashioned body-on-frame toughness with hybrid power, sophisticated electronics, modern safety technology and some formidable off-road engineering. — Denver Post, 2 Oct. 2026 Brown said the finger shows the toughness and the work behind Hart’s jumper. — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026 There is a toughness this squad can show, especially with their season on the line. — Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for toughness

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Noun

Such moves both strengthen the axis countries and weaken the cohesion of the network best positioned to confront them.

— Andrea Kendall-Taylor, Foreign Affairs, 16 Oct. 2026
Ultimately, if countries aren’t willing to stump up more cash, then either farm or cohesion spending must shrink or Europe’s ambitions on defense, competitiveness and other priorities be scaled back.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of cohesion

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More recently, Eisenkot has emerged as a figure of solidity and a focus of sympathy.

— David Remnick, New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2026
Capturing the whole of the set-up, a Mediterranean pile on the north-west coast of Cyprus, framing its splendid size, its weighty elegance, its thrilling solidity, is challenging.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of solidity

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Creality claims extensive durability testing, but long-term behavior in ordinary workshops will be the more meaningful test.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026
The single-cell results provide a basis for further development toward larger electrolyzer systems, where reducing precious metal requirements and maintaining durability remain key goals.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

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