| The next essential garment was the corset stiffened with thin strips of whalebone. |
| The fronds were stiffened by ice and arched over the trickle like a tunnel of swords at a wedding. |
| Under his increasingly limp fingers, the antennae stiffened, then pulled back, away from his head. |
| Other useful baits are pastes such as minced luncheon meat stiffened with crumb, this can then be flavoured if desired. |
| The welcoming blue eyes crossed with guarded tension, and her relaxed pose stiffened with anxiety. |
| She stiffened and then let loose a stream of abuse in a South Yorkshire accent. |
