sturdiness

noun

Definition of sturdinessnext
as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged demonstrated the suitcase's sturdiness by dropping it from a third-floor window

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  1. reliability
  2. stability
  3. strength
Noun
  • Other benefits include greater speed and reliability.
    Anar Mammadov, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Big picture: The grid operator simply needs more power plants to maintain reliability, said Joseph Bowring, PJM's independent market monitor, said during the conference.
    Daniel Moore, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of reliability
Noun
  • In fact, with more Chinese students eyeing the stability and benefits of government jobs, some even wonder if an overseas education might damage their chances of such a career.
    Jessie Yeung, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Bitcoin’s historical price swings—both surging and plummeting within short periods—raise questions about the stability of using it to back state or national funds.
    Tonya Evans, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of stability
Noun
  • Each region has its strengths and specialties, which supports a diverse economy.
    Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Previous research has suggested that youth who are categorized as obese tend to have lower muscle strength than those considered normal weight.
    Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of strength
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