stiff
Example Sentences
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It’s all a perfect setup, from the atmosphere to the stiff competition, to prepare for next month’s section and state championships.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
In 1994, Navjot Singh Sidhu pulled up with a stiff neck in Auckland ahead of a One-Day International against New Zealand, and Mohammad Azharuddin promoted Tendulkar to open the batting.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
Often, they’re the same thing, like Byrne’s stiff blonde wig or her set of fake teeth that impede several lines of dialogue to hysterical results.
From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026
“Market expectations have completely reversed thanks to the energy price shock, creating a stiff headwind for nonyielding assets,” he said.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026
Both Mom and Dad are sitting in stiff black plastic chairs with their backs to the window.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
