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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
Flowering dogwoods are winter-hardy and don't need special protection in the South.
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
The forever plants in question — hardy kiwi, rhubarb, asparagus — are part of the actor’s effort to court more bees to his property.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
The tree is cold-hardy and pest-resistant with unmistakable fan-shape leaves that turn gold in fall.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 21 Apr. 2026
This is one of the hardiest options available for indoor gardening.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
The forever plants in question — hardy kiwi, rhubarb, asparagus — are part of the actor’s effort to court more bees to his property.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
The tree is cold-hardy and pest-resistant with unmistakable fan-shape leaves that turn gold in fall.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 21 Apr. 2026
This is one of the hardiest options available for indoor gardening.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hardy
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The team-captain label and All-American honors help, but the real selling points are Schrauth’s sturdy frame, strong hands and a physical style that works in tight quarters.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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In an untitled work from 1995, a cluster of sturdy wagons sits at the edge of a frozen lake, a site where her family of peripatetic horse traders often camped.—
Ben Davis,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, be aware that the next six years will bring urges to impulsively travel, and do exciting things to give yourself an adventurous world.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Zoo staff describe the little one as adventurous with a confident demeanor.—
Ryan Brennan
April 24,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Jessica Chmielewski, Colleen Gartlan and Ella Riordan led a strong defensive effort in front of Noone.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Set one clear boundary today and confirm expectations so your commitments stay strong and manageable.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Emery had been incessant in wanting shorter, faster balls from his deeper players, with Villa’s best opportunity of the afternoon stemming from brave passing in combination in the first half, coaxing Fulham onto them before John McGinn whipped a ball into the space behind.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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The other new standout debuting on MSC World America is the Cliffhanger ($5), a huge swing that hangs over the side of the ship—the screams of brave riders prove the thrill is legit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Fjord country is a rugged aquatic realm where, satisfyingly, ferries are essential to getting around.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2026
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Natural beauty also shines along the rugged coastline and in the sparkling turquoise waters.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
30 Apr. 2026
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Today, Mr Speaker, that same, unyielding resolve is needed for the defence of Ukraine and her most courageous people – it is needed in order to secure a truly just and lasting peace.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Claire has been an advocate for courageous stories, an expert at complicated logistics and a wonderful partner to teams across the entire news division.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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Lightly coated with oil and tossed occasionally in a searing hot skillet or wok, even tough beans turn silky, and ready to coat in a finishing blast of chiles.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
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Comfortable travel can be achieved with stretchy, breathable pants, but securing a pair that hits those marks while looking stylish can be tough.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
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Rutina Wesley recurs as Desiree Grant, a no-nonsense entertainment journalist known for her fearless approach and exposing problematic high-profile figures.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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His fearless explorations provided context that brought relevance, intimacy and urgency to our relationship with music.—
Rachel DeSantis,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Hardy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hardy. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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