stiffened

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Stiffened by a starchy, frosted-white gown and peaked tiara, she has a doll-like, milk-toned rigidity, her chilly passion kept under lock and key.

From The Guardian • Jul. 16, 2011

Stiffened indignantly when informed that the Soviet Government has returned to Britain the effects of the pre-Revolution British Embassy, but retained all valuables deposited in the Embassy safes, including a dinner service of solid gold.

From Time Magazine Archive

Stiffened with mike fright fortnight ago, it wouldn't.

From Time Magazine Archive

Stiffened by Communist regulars from North Viet Nam, Pathet Lao bands have spread over the land while the talking went on, until fully half of Laos is under their control.

From Time Magazine Archive

Stiffened and strengthened by all his difficulties, his resolve to win throbbed and mounted within him; but he faced the knowledge that the odds now were heavily against him.

From Captivating Mary Carstairs by Crosby, Raymond Moreau