How to Use sturdy in a Sentence

sturdy

adjective
  • The saucer is meant for ages 5 and up and is sturdy enough for adults to use, too.
    Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2023
  • The hose was sturdy, with a great grip, and did not kink at all.
    Rennie Dyball, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2022
  • Overall, the stroller feels solid and sturdy, and the canopy is thick and durable.
    Jessica Booth, Parents, 2 Aug. 2023
  • The sturdy aluminum base should also stand the test of time.
    Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2024
  • Both of those are very comfortable, sturdy packs, and the Pro 33L here looks to be the same.
    Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 28 Nov. 2023
  • They’re made from satin and are as soft as silk but much sturdier.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2023
  • The rain chain weighs 3 pounds and comes with a sturdy hook and stake to anchor it into the ground.
    Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2023
  • If a race car conks out on the course, it’s retrieved by sturdy Land Rover tow trucks of the era.
    Bob Sorokanich, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2023
  • The steel rods and poles felt and appeared to be sturdy, and the canopy was stretched tightly over them.
    Rennie Dyball, PEOPLE.com, 5 July 2022
  • The handles and shoulder strap are strong and sturdy as well.
    Neha Tandon, Women's Health, 3 Aug. 2023
  • Seek out a creamy, firm goat cheese that will stand up to the juices and form a sturdy, bubbling crust.
    WSJ, 26 July 2022
  • The cushioned top is so soft to sit on and sturdy, with a holding weight of up to 250 pounds.
    Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
  • The cushioned top is so soft to sit on and sturdy, with a holding weight of up to 250 pounds.
    Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024
  • Bonus: the mailbox-style arms are wide enough to be a sturdy base for your snacks or books.
    Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
  • The soft case is sturdy and durable and comes with a 5-year warranty.
    Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
  • That means the straps, zippers, and buckles should all be sturdy, strong, and durable.
    Laura Denby, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2023
  • The hinge is even more sturdy than before, so much that the phone requires a bit of force to open and fold close.
    Ben Sin, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2022
  • Make sure to use a thick, sturdy chip that can withstand the weight of all those toppings.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
  • Will the Bears defense be sturdy enough up front to slow Robinson?
    Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2023
  • The walls should be thin and delicate yet sturdy enough to hold the filling.
    Jenn Harriscolumnist, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2022
  • Popovich's coaching tree is as sturdy as a 100-year-old oak.
    Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY, 12 Aug. 2023
  • This leaf mulcher is our pick for a great all-around mulcher that is sturdy, easy to use, and can handle a lot of leaves.
    Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Feb. 2024
  • The edges of the bed are sturdy, too, so that wriggly partner of yours can move around all night with no fear of rolling off the bed.
    Shannon Ullman, SELF, 7 Aug. 2024
  • Diamond Miller and the sturdy point guard Shyanne Sellers sat on the bench for most of the first half with two fouls.
    Talya Minsberg, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2023
  • Our staff’s go-to aprons are sturdy, stylish, and machine-washable, please and thank you.
    Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 25 Oct. 2023
  • The sturdy frame is built from steel with a hardy bronze finish, and each durable bag holds 11 gallons of clothes.
    Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 27 July 2022
  • The precise model was the iPhone 4, which looked like an ice-cream sandwich from the side and felt about as sturdy.
    Damon Beres, The Atlantic, 8 Sep. 2022
  • All in all, Lewis would be pleased to see how sturdy that foundation has proven to be.
    Don Aucoin, BostonGlobe.com, 13 Dec. 2022
  • What to know: Hikers should wear sturdy shoes and bring water and sun protection.
    Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
  • This material is both strong and sturdy but has the tendency to absorb water.
    Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024

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