as in sturdy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
a hard-bitten Apache chief who could endure the scorching heat of the Arizona desert
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Recent Examples of hard-bitten
But the sentiments are the razors in the apples: hard-bitten, painful, wise from disappointment, and braced for the next crisis.
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Spin Team, SPIN, 28 Nov. 2024
Alaska has devolved into a colony of big oil, and its politics have become so closed, hard-bitten, and strident.
—Jeremy Eichler, BostonGlobe.com, 12 July 2015
Spin Team, SPIN, 28 Nov. 2024
Alaska has devolved into a colony of big oil, and its politics have become so closed, hard-bitten, and strident.
—Jeremy Eichler, BostonGlobe.com, 12 July 2015
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hard-bitten
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Rows of sturdy two- and three-story flats stand at attention on countless streets.Daniel Immerwahr, The New Yorker, 14 Jan. 2025
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During renovation work, the men’s first team have been moved into the women’s building, with the women housed in a temporary — but sturdy — portable cabin, and the Graduate Lounge has been turned into the academy and women’s teams’ canteen.Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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For container plants, select species that are hardy to two zones colder than your area to ensure winter survival.Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
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Liquid water is essential for supporting all life, even the hardy methanogens.Paul Sutter, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2025
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.Elliot Hughes, Journal Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2023
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.National Geographic, National Geographic, 13 Jan. 2023
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South Eleuthera: With deserted beaches, rugged cliffs and a beautiful marina, South Eleuthera offers a glimpse of untouched Bahamian beauty.Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Known for its rugged terrain and challenging road conditions, the area often presents hazards for long-distance travel.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
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Households are currently seeing significant reductions in their monthly electricity usage, resulting in cost savings—a big relief, especially in tough economic times.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Reporting Highlights Child Care Gap: About 70% of rural Illinoisans live in a child care desert, forcing tough choices on parents: Some drive 100 miles a day or more to find care, others leave the workforce.ProPublica, ProPublica, 10 Jan. 2025
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Simmer chili: Bring to a vigorous simmer over high.Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Stay inside as much as possible and avoid vigorous physical activity when outdoors.Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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Riley Leonard's steady hand and the Fighting Irish's stout defense will be the difference in a tight battle.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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There won’t be a lack of talent on the field, with both teams being led by their stout defenses.Cameron Teague Robinson and Sam Khan Jr., The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Hard-bitten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hard-bitten. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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