modulus of elasticity

A much larger number are immediately separated from their infants, who are typically placed in some form of out-of-home care.

Judged from this point of view only, the elasticity provided by the new law is doubtless adequate.

Passing, now, to the other side of elasticity—i.e., contractility—can we say as much?

There are two forms of elasticity, one of quantity and the other of quality, both provided for in the act.

You never know when you are going to stumble upon a jewel in the most out-of-the-way corner.

But Lessard's a overbearin' son-of-a-gun all round, and he's always breakin' out in a new place.