hardening

Example Sentences

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It marks a wider trend of governments hardening their stance on undocumented migration, with many, including the UK and Italy, adopting measures aimed at deterring it.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

UV light is used for air purification, curing resins in 3D printing, hardening gels in dental fillings, and even applications such as nail treatments.

From Science Daily • Jun. 26, 2026

Anna, her hauteur hardening like a protective shell, is aghast.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

Even as its resolve appears to be hardening, the EU has showed no appetite to trigger a broader trade war with China.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

Chronicler’s chin lifted a bit, his expression hardening.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss