as in flexibility
the ability of something to return to its original shape after it has been stretched, pressed, bent, etc.
Rubber bands are favored for their elasticity.
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One study even found that these treatments improved skin elasticity.
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Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025
Its primary purpose is to boost hydration in the skin; this may help improve skin elasticity and soften fine lines and wrinkles.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
While research is still relatively new, evidence suggests that taking collagen may help improve skin elasticity, reduce joint pain, and support connective tissue health.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 19 Mar. 2025
Collagen face masks provide deep hydration to the skin, helping to improve elasticity while reducing redness and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
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Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025
Its primary purpose is to boost hydration in the skin; this may help improve skin elasticity and soften fine lines and wrinkles.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
While research is still relatively new, evidence suggests that taking collagen may help improve skin elasticity, reduce joint pain, and support connective tissue health.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 19 Mar. 2025
Collagen face masks provide deep hydration to the skin, helping to improve elasticity while reducing redness and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for elasticity
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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