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as in strength
the ability to withstand or adjust to challenges
Her resilience shined in her willingness to accept the failure as a valuable learning experience. We were impressed by his resilience and optimism throughout his battle with cancer.
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as in flexibility
the ability of something to return to its original shape after it has been stretched, pressed, bent, etc.
Rubber is a favorite material for dog toys thanks to its strong resilience. Palm trees have evolved to show strong resilience in the face of tropical storms.
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Recent Examples of resilience
The brand is funding the new initiative in Pakistan as part of the Regenerative Production Landscape Collaborative, a model that aims to strengthen agricultural systems that conserve and enhance natural resources, build resilience to climate change and secure long-term supply of agro-commodities.
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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
Miami MoCAAD co-founder Marilyn Holifield said the exhibit highlights Overtown’s resilience and creativity rather than the stories of displacement that are often told about the area.
—Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
This month offers schools, public institutions and community leaders an opportunity to teach a fuller story, one that explores the richness and resilience of Jewish American life.
—Laurence Milstein, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
One of the Bruins’ trademarks this season has been resilience.
—Stephen Conroy, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
Miami MoCAAD co-founder Marilyn Holifield said the exhibit highlights Overtown’s resilience and creativity rather than the stories of displacement that are often told about the area.
—Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
This month offers schools, public institutions and community leaders an opportunity to teach a fuller story, one that explores the richness and resilience of Jewish American life.
—Laurence Milstein, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
One of the Bruins’ trademarks this season has been resilience.
—Stephen Conroy, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resilience
Noun
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No Wolves player scored more than 12 points on a night the Spurs’ swarming defense created too much havoc too allow Minnesota to exploit its advantages in size and strength.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
7 May 2026
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While other safeties have had success with that small frame, the Dolphins must learn if Taaffe has the strength and tackling ability to bring opponents down consistently as the team’s last line of defense on just about every single play.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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The foul trouble — and the flexibility of using smaller defenders — led to 76ers head coach Nick Nurse calling on Adem Bona and Dominick Barlow for extended minutes throughout Game 2.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
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These women’s basketball shorts offer a balance between loose and snug for optimal fit and flexibility.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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While the strategy once appeared premature, Time notes that persistence paid off.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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In adult-serving programs, the difference between persistence and withdrawal is often response time, proactive advising and timely academic support.—
Ian Gibson,
Twin Cities,
1 May 2026
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Each came from a household shaped by immigration, where stability was not guaranteed and progress often depended on adaptability.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
4 May 2026
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The price point and its adaptability and ease of connecting to devices, has made the Vision Pro increasingly attractive for medical professionals, especially those in regional or community hospitals where budgets are tighter.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Home Service Insurance segment experienced a decline in premiums, attributed to strategic actions to improve sales quality and persistency, as well as economic pressures such as inflation.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
13 Mar. 2025
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The tannins are well structured yet soft and the wine has great persistency in the finish.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
2 May 2023
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But with blanket hiring freezes, labor market elasticity diminishes.—
Katica Roy,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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Prickly pear seed oil adds shine, moringa leaf extract helps prevent breakage, and cactus flower extract adds bounce and elasticity—making this non-aerosol, talc-free powder formula a strong pick for oily hair that also needs body and texture.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Resilience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resilience. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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