fairly stiff
Frequency: 6.018.3 per million words
To a moderate degree of stiffness.
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- The old door was fairly stiff to open, requiring extra effort.
- After the long hike, my legs felt fairly stiff and sore.
- The competition for the job was fairly stiff, with many qualified candidates.
- She gave a fairly stiff nod, acknowledging his presence without enthusiasm.
- Despite the cold, the rope remained fairly stiff and difficult to tie.
- The new regulations imposed a fairly stiff fine for littering.
- His movements were fairly stiff after the accident, but improving.
- The fabric of the coat was fairly stiff, giving it a structured look.
- The exam was fairly stiff, and many students struggled to finish on time.
- The initial welcome from the committee was fairly stiff, making me feel uneasy.