How to Use elasticity in a Sentence

elasticity

noun
  • But this may not last, and that’s where elasticity comes in.
    Jason Karaian, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2022
  • The result is a light and chewy texture with a hint of elasticity under the smoky char.
    Jill Wendholt Silva and Tyler Fox, Kansas City Star, 30 Jan. 2024
  • Then, there’s the argan fruit, which targets the loss of elasticity and fat.
    Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2019
  • Think: loss of volume and elasticity, as well as age spots and cracked skin.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Nov. 2022
  • So price elasticity, along with the demand curve, is out of whack.
    Greg Petro, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2021
  • The first is to test your dog's skin elasticity: gently pull at the skin behind your dog's neck.
    Brenna Gauchat, The Arizona Republic, 1 May 2024
  • The service launching Monday will test the elasticity of the Fox News brand name.
    Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2021
  • There is a great deal of VFX on this show, namely Luffy’s elasticity.
    Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Aug. 2023
  • The Dewy Serum is a face serum that hydrates, smoothes, and helps retain your skin's elasticity.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 24 Nov. 2023
  • Nguyen likened it to a waistband that gets stretched out and loses it elasticity.
    Eric Branch, San Francisco Chronicle, 26 Nov. 2021
  • The blend of African marula, baobab and kigelia oils in its hand cream ($55) is designed to increase skin elasticity.
    Caitie Kelly, New York Times, 18 Mar. 2020
  • This serum, which targets fine lines and elasticity, is packed with fruit enzymes which help to firm and brighten the skin.
    Akili King, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2021
  • Knead for 10 to 15 minutes to develop strength and elasticity in the dough.
    Deb Wandell, San Francisco Chronicle, 7 Oct. 2021
  • His world bends with the elasticity of supply and demand.
    John Branch, BostonGlobe.com, 28 Mar. 2020
  • Then hear how the elasticity of phrasing and the expressive slides between notes have the same power to touch you as a great jazz singer.
    Richard Sandomir, New York Times, 3 Aug. 2021
  • When gently rolled around the orbital bone, the tool helps plump up the skin, improve elasticity, and refresh the under-eye area.
    Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 30 Nov. 2022
  • Using a pea-sized amount on your face and neck after your cleanser will help boost your skin’s elasticity.
    Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Using a pea-sized amount on your face and neck after your cleanser will help boost your skin’s elasticity.
    Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2024
  • This loss of elasticity can, over time, cause your sports bras to be less supportive.
    Julia Ries, Outside Online, 31 Oct. 2024
  • The more protein in the flour, the more gluten develops, which leads to more strength, volume, and elasticity in the final baked product.
    Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2020
  • And despite its elasticity, the fabric doesn't get stretched out, said one customer who wore the leggings for a 10-hour car ride.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 7 Mar. 2023
  • Your puffiness will be gone, and the firmness and elasticity of your skin will return with this eye cream in your routine.
    Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 2 May 2024
  • The amount of scarring and inflammation in the heart, and the elasticity of the aorta -- which is important for blood flow – were the same between the two groups.
    Julie Washington, cleveland, 11 May 2021
  • The size, elasticity, and thickness of the hymen varies from person to person.
    Anna Pulley, chicagotribune.com, 28 Oct. 2019
  • This gives it the necessary elasticity to expand and seal the chamber while the stronger steel keeps the head from rupturing.
    Ron Spomer, Outdoor Life, 26 Feb. 2020
  • The goal is a spongy elasticity that can absorb all that life throws at a body, even that of an aging quarterback.
    New York Times, 7 Feb. 2021
  • For strength: Greek yogurt and peanut butter are high in protein, a main building block of great hair and a source of elasticity.
    Johnny Miller, Allure, 30 May 2018
  • The speed and elasticity of her mind is astounding . . .
    Moira Hodgson, WSJ, 20 Dec. 2020
  • The trees of very low size humped or with snake shapes are adaptive, aerodynamic and extremely resistant to storms thanks to the elasticity and strength of their wood.
    Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Thompson has been playing with elasticity and fearlessness on the other end, putting up around 16 points, 10 rebounds and five assists since becoming a starter.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025

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