1
as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
a robust and sturdy toddler
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2
as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
a robust older man who still bicycles 10 miles a day
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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
beef and other red meats should be accompanied by robust wines
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as in strong
not showing weakness or uncertainty
a robust slap on the back welcoming me to the company
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Recent Examples of robust
Boasberg said that even in the case of foreign fighters captured during the war on terrorism and held in Guantanamo Bay, there was a robust review of whether or not the accused were members of al-Qaida.
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Jasmine Garsd, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
Wealthier states with robust tax revenues might manage to fill some gaps, but states with limited resources could struggle, potentially exacerbating educational inequities.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
There are various screening spaces at the University of Colorado Boulder, whose own robust film program, which offers training in cinema studies and filmmaking, could provide an ample student volunteer body as well as other partnership opportunities.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2025
In parallel, there are concerns regarding a robust supply-chain as drivers are in short supply; this will be exerbated going forward due to the country’s low birth rate.
—Richard Bishop, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
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Jasmine Garsd, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
Wealthier states with robust tax revenues might manage to fill some gaps, but states with limited resources could struggle, potentially exacerbating educational inequities.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
There are various screening spaces at the University of Colorado Boulder, whose own robust film program, which offers training in cinema studies and filmmaking, could provide an ample student volunteer body as well as other partnership opportunities.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2025
In parallel, there are concerns regarding a robust supply-chain as drivers are in short supply; this will be exerbated going forward due to the country’s low birth rate.
—Richard Bishop, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for robust
Adjective
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Less than a week before the season opener, 38 healthy players remain in camp.—
Dennis Lin,
The Athletic,
22 Mar. 2025
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The current ideal of a healthy, comfortable coupling has not been essential to the survival of the species.—
Jaron Lanier,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
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Chamberlin oversaw the spiritual and energetic cleansing of each fragrance during a final ceremonial step.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Higher temperatures generally mean more energetic particles and a higher rate of collisions, leading to brighter auroras.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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While Sanders was in Colorado railing against the influence of billionaires, the world's richest man, Elon Musk, was at the Pentagon.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2025
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The style is classic yet rustic, with smooth planks, a rich stain, decorative moldings along the rim, and baseboards along the bottom.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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The shed has built-in ventilation, a window, sturdy flooring, and a padlock-compatible locking mechanism on the door.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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These insights shaped every detail of the grill—from the cook engine to the closed cabinet that discreetly hides the gas tank to the sturdy stainless-steel handle, a signature of Weber quality.—
Tim Clark,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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In contrast, longevity preparedness is dynamic and evolves as circumstances change.—
Joseph Coughlin,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Episode 6’s revelations put the viewer very much in Chloe (Charlotte Le Bon) and Chelsea’s (Aimee Lou Wood) POV, assessing the brothers’ overall dynamic with morbid fascination.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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However, the most potent M&A storytelling combines all three.—
Valerie Chan,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Benzene on the other hand is a highly potent carcinogen and is dangerous through ingestion, skin absorption inhalation and injection.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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The outcome is a solid software foundation that allows data scientists and developers to concentrate on creating AI solutions instead of grappling with infrastructure.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The solid, one-piece stone island spotlights the kitchen.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Robust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/robust. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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