sturdiness

Example Sentences

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Curry also praised the sturdiness of the British Challenger 2 tank, which he said is capable of surviving multiple drone strikes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The house was built from redwood and still has its original studs, so its sturdiness prevented it from sustaining any damage in the temblor, Chappelle said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2024

Olympic officials at the time swiftly dispelled the rumor of the bed's flimsiness after Irish gymnast Rhys McClenaghan shared a video of himself jumping on the bed to test its sturdiness.

From Salon • Jul. 23, 2024

Yet none are off-putting enough to upset the sturdiness of the faithful screenplay and the marvelous performances, particularly Carey Mulligan’s fragile Daisy, Joel Edgerton’s blowhard Tom and, especially, DiCaprio’s complex work in the title role.

From New York Times • Apr. 30, 2024

I flip the chair so it’s upright and sit on it to test its sturdiness.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy