be rigid

Examples (20)

• His views are often too rigid to allow for compromise.
• Her body was rigid as she feigned sleep, trying not to move.
• The company's policies were criticized for being excessively rigid.
• After hours in the cold, his fingers were almost rigid.
• She tends to be quite rigid in her adherence to rules.
• The structure must be completely rigid to support the heavy roof.
• Don't be so rigid; flexibility is key to success.
• He tried to relax, but his jaw was rigid with suppressed anger.
• Their interpretation of the law has always been extremely rigid.
• The old wooden door was so rigid it barely opened.
• The new system is designed not to be too rigid.
• The patient's muscles were rigid after the intense workout.
• If you are too rigid in your thinking, you might miss creative solutions.
• During the shock, her entire frame was rigid and unmoving.
• Despite the changing circumstances, he continued to be very rigid in his stance.
• Make sure the support beams are rigid before you proceed with construction.
• It's crucial not to be overly rigid when planning for unforeseen events.
• The dancer's posture must be rigid yet graceful.
• Historically, the management style used to be incredibly rigid.
• The frozen cloth was rigid and stood upright on its own.