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sturdier

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One consisted of fragile, dusty material, while the other was made of sturdier clumps that formed very early in hotter regions before spreading throughout the disk.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

A big reason she’s on a sturdier path is her career adviser, who was installed at Fair Play High School through a program started by billionaire investment banker Byron Trott.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

It is a somewhat dubious honor, but the new incumbent sits on a much sturdier throne than the previous one.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Earlier this year, authorities announced plans to phase out bamboo in favour of sturdier, fire-resistant steel, citing bamboo's combustibility and deterioration over time.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025

It’s sturdier than I expected it to be, hard and strong.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth