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as in hardship
something that is a cause for suffering or special effort especially in the attainment of a goal
the test questions were rated for hardness, a rating of five indicating the most difficult
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as in severity
the quality or state of being demanding or unyielding (as in discipline or criticism)
the aunt's hardness gradually crumbled under the influence of the little orphan's endearing ways
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Recent Examples of hardness
Wheel Size and Hardness: Wheels are measured by durometer (hardness) and diameter, which both affect speed.
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Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 23 Sep. 2024
Rather, his athleticism and hardness will get him to the league.
—Corey Pronman, The Athletic, 29 Aug. 2024
Computational hardness was clearly necessary for bit commitments and most other forms of cryptography, but precisely what kind of hardness?
—Ben Brubaker, WIRED, 30 June 2024
Minerals like calcium and magnesium can cling to the surface over time, especially in areas with high water hardness.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
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Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 23 Sep. 2024
Rather, his athleticism and hardness will get him to the league.
—Corey Pronman, The Athletic, 29 Aug. 2024
Computational hardness was clearly necessary for bit commitments and most other forms of cryptography, but precisely what kind of hardness?
—Ben Brubaker, WIRED, 30 June 2024
Minerals like calcium and magnesium can cling to the surface over time, especially in areas with high water hardness.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for hardness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hardness
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Then there are the hardships involved with paying for insurance to begin with.Aja Romano, Vox, 7 Dec. 2024
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On Thursday, Anderson appeared at the hearing by video and said the litigations has created a hardship for her.Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2024
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Walking has been shown to improve strength, stamina, and flexibility and reduce the risk or severity of several chronic health concerns.Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD, Health, 4 Dec. 2024
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Accidents are on the rise: The number and severity of collisions have gone up, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, fueled by more distracted driving and rising speed limits.Liz Knueven, CNBC, 4 Dec. 2024
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However, as with all companies operating in emerging markets, KBC has difficulties executing its projects quickly while navigating complex legal and regulatory aspects, Jamison noted.Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 8 Dec. 2024
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The cathedral's restoration and return to service after five years has been a success for Macron, who has had recent political difficulties.Nicole Werbeck, NPR, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Hardness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hardness. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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