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as in sturdy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
chrysanthemums are hardy enough to survive a light frost the settlers of the Old West were a hardy lot
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as in adventurous
inclined or willing to take risks
hardy souls who pioneered new paths into outer space
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Recent Examples of hardy
Some kinds of bulbs, such as amaryllis and paperwhite narcissus, are not winter-hardy and have no chance to survive cold weather outdoors.
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Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Low in calories and rich in antioxidants, this hardy, cooling vegetable is prized in Ayurvedic traditions for its sattvic qualities, a concept associated with balance, clarity and well-being.
—Anita Jaisinghani, Houston Chronicle, 17 Mar. 2026
Mangaves are low-maintenance and typically hardy to about 25 degrees, depending on the variety.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
The pomegranate tree thrives in hot climates and can be grown outdoors in USDA zones 8 to 11, while some hardy varieties can also thrive in zone 6.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
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Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Low in calories and rich in antioxidants, this hardy, cooling vegetable is prized in Ayurvedic traditions for its sattvic qualities, a concept associated with balance, clarity and well-being.
—Anita Jaisinghani, Houston Chronicle, 17 Mar. 2026
Mangaves are low-maintenance and typically hardy to about 25 degrees, depending on the variety.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
The pomegranate tree thrives in hot climates and can be grown outdoors in USDA zones 8 to 11, while some hardy varieties can also thrive in zone 6.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hardy
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Our Top Makeup Brush Sets When the brushes are thoughtfully designed—think soft, dense fibers and sturdy handles—blending tends to be easier, and your makeup looks that much more polished.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
27 Mar. 2026
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For travelers with an adventurous spirit, Costa Rica’s South Pacific is a dream come true.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Mar. 2026
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Air travel in the early days was a little too adventurous for the average consumer.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The legislation has stalled amid strong pushback from critics.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Kodai Senga got the ball for the Mets and turned in a strong performance in his season debut.—
James O'Connell,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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June 21 – July 22 A brave horizon calls for thoughtful steps.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2026
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And there was a huge libel action against him that was taken out by a very brave writer called Deborah Lipstadt, who won against him.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
25 Mar. 2026
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Perched on a bluff that overlooks Irish Beach, a private area within Manchester State Park, the home boasts an unobstructed, 180-degree view of the rugged Mendocino coastline.—
Kelsey Mulvey,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2026
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Unlike the near side -- the side seen from Earth -- which is smoother and has flat lava plains known as maria, the far side is rugged and heavily cratered.—
ByMary Kekatos,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Help keep the center courageous.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Mahajan remains contagiously courageous and (narratively) humble.—
Sibani Ram,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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The judge assigned to Amin’s case was Iman Afshari, known in Tehran for his tough sentences—a reputation that led the European Union to place him on a blacklist, in January, for human-rights abuses.—
Cora Engelbrecht,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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Two sisters in Big Bear are facing one of the toughest moments in their lives.—
Zach Boetto,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The most fearless of daredevils shouldn’t pass up a trip to Mindanao to paraglide above the jungle or raft the whitewater of Cagayan de Oro all year round.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Unhinged and fearless, the show embodied the album’s spirit.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Hardy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hardy. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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