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Great, or greater than normal, in price
Great, or greater than normal, in intensity
“A stiff breeze was blowing litter across the pink asphalt in George Square.”
Comparative for not easily bent or changed in shape
“The orthopedic surgeon then fits a stiff metal prosthesis to a relatively flexible bone.”
Comparative for having a dense or semi-solid consistency
“Mix the flour into a stiff paste with a little water.”
Comparative for strictly conventional in one's manner or behavior
“Mel had never particularly liked the woman's stiff manner and perfect outward appearance.”
Comparative for uptight or unfriendly in nature
“Her stiff manner would eventually dissolve, and she would become surprisingly charming and outgoing.”
Comparative for feeling socially awkward or uncomfortable
“Josh arrives at the executive party in a kitsch white tuxedo, looking decidedly stiff.”
Comparative for difficult or laborious to execute or complete
“The principal huntsmen would need to kill an average of four deer or one elk each day, or three or four moose or two buffalo a week. A stiff task, indeed.”
Comparative for severe or harsh in nature
“Congressmen called for stiff measures to regulate the health care industry.”
(of a bodypart) Comparative for physically stiff to the point of aching
“My stiff muscles could do with a nice massage.”
Comparative for full of determination
“When stiff resistance by the Saurs against these inland landing troops was present from the start, we all knew that the ground campaign would be a long one.”
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