stiffness

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It leads to ongoing pain and stiffness in the knee joint, making everyday movement more difficult.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

An international research team has discovered that the stiffness of brain tissue can control the production of important signalling molecules.

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

Origami models sometimes rely on folding or curving of paper for additional stiffness.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Speaking to The Mirror, the 47-year-old said he suffered stiffness in his left arm and a loss of sight in his left eye.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

To my surprise it opened after the first stiffness, and I went inside, bending my head because of the low door.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier