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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
As usual, his Ethan Hunt is muscular, hardy, game for anything.
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Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 15 May 2025
Lawn Maintenance Maintaining the lawn is key to reducing clover, a hardy and resilient plant, from cropping up and keeping the turf the right height.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
But this year’s U.S. Agriculture Department cuts are imperiling a way of life even for the hardy.
—Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Apr. 2025
Remember last year’s chart tracking all the ways the Padres were far more hardy than in the highly disappointing 2023 season?
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
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Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 15 May 2025
Lawn Maintenance Maintaining the lawn is key to reducing clover, a hardy and resilient plant, from cropping up and keeping the turf the right height.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
But this year’s U.S. Agriculture Department cuts are imperiling a way of life even for the hardy.
—Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Apr. 2025
Remember last year’s chart tracking all the ways the Padres were far more hardy than in the highly disappointing 2023 season?
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hardy
Adjective
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It’s got all the gaming-friendly extras; HDR support, DP 1.4, HDMI, and a metal stand that actually feels sturdy for once.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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The straps are made from a sturdy synthetic leather alternative that holds its shape more than other softer materials, but the interior of the straps and insoles are still lined with a light suede that’s gentle on the skin and comfy for full-day wear.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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For less adventurous palates, there will be barbecue and funnel cake vendors among about 30.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 2025
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Her newfound cachet, coupled with her adventurous tastes, brought her to unexpected places.—
Michael Schulman,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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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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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
Adjective
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Tielemans has mastered the balance, being brave in wanting the ball whatever the situation or stadium while never willingly giving ground to an opponent.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Naturally, the truth does eventually come out at the reception, but Samantha still puts on a brave face for her friends.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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After a rugged childhood without electricity or indoor plumbing, Robertson earned a football scholarship to Louisiana Tech University.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
26 May 2025
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Groups were scaling the 30-foot steel border fence with rope ladders, or crawling through gaps sawed into the old steel mesh fencing, hundreds of people a day in a 20-mile stretch starting at the rugged mountainside of Mt. Cristo Rey.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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In her courageous testimony, Ventura described the myriad means by which Combs achieved and maintained power and control over her during their decade-long relationship.—
Elizabeth Geddes,
Rolling Stone,
23 May 2025
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While there are many other ways to foster courageous leadership, these three are evergreen.—
Quang X. Pham,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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Being a careless jackass but also irresistibly charming is a tough needle to thread.—
Staff Author Published,
EW.com,
22 May 2025
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That’s really tough to stop from turning into scoring opportunities for the opponent.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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His passionate commitment to Christianity led to a compassionate attention to his fellow human beings, as well as a fearless urge to correct wrongdoing.—
Time,
Time,
27 May 2025
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Known for her nuanced performances and fearless role choices, Krieps will share insights into her artistic journey, the challenges of portraying complex characters, and her approach to storytelling across diverse cinematic landscapes.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
16 May 2025
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“Hardy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hardy. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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