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stiffness

[stif-nis] / ˈstɪf nɪs /


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While cerebral palsy is not degenerative, as Vicky ages she experiences increased stiffness, fatigue and secondary health challenges.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

As a result, his fastball could top out in the mid-90s one day, but when the stiffness and pain returned, it left him throwing in the low 80s.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Elianna described how a few days after the match, Davies began experiencing stiffness in his hips and had difficulty carrying out basic movements.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

By detecting the stiffness of the ECM, a single abnormal cell can determine the direction it should move.

From Science Daily • Mar. 16, 2026

I felt the stiffness that had collected in me departing, felt a new upsurge of hope.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya




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