stiff
Example Sentences
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But the winning duo faced stiff competition from the other remaining couples.
From BBC
Previous attempts to eliminate the country's cherished fuel subsidies have however encountered stiff resistance.
From Barron's
The potential downside of a miscalculation on withholdings could be underpaying your taxes, leading to stiff tax liabilities and possibly a penalty.
From MarketWatch
Germany has lobbied on behalf of its car manufacturers for changes to the plan, arguing they were facing stiff competition from rivals in China.
From BBC
Additional challenges include stiff competition in generic drugs, leaving investors to hope for the return of former boss Said Darwazah, they add.
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