elasticity
noun
elas·tic·i·ty
i-ˌla-ˈsti-sə-tē 
ˌē-ˌla-,
-ˈti-stē
plural elasticities
1
: the quality or state of being elastic: such as
a
: the capability of a strained body to recover its size and shape after deformation : springiness
c
: the quality of being adaptable
2
: the responsiveness of a dependent economic variable to changes in influencing factors
elasticity of demand
price elasticity
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Our skin's production of collagen, the structural protein that gives skin its firmness and elasticity, starts slowing down in our mid-twenties, leading to sagging, wrinkles, and fine lines.
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Silk is prized for its biocompatibility, high tensile strength, elasticity, lightness and breathability, and for its sensual, smooth texture and shimmer.
—Barrett Klein, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Oct. 2024
On top of that, ultra-low molecular collagen minimizes the appearance of pores, boosts skin elasticity, and smooths fine lines and wrinkles.
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Devon Abelman, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
Nourish All Night Regenerating Night Cream $25 BUY NOW
Backed by clinical research, this lightweight serum is enriched with pure collagen and amino acids to help provide natural bounce and extra support to maintain firmness and elasticity.
—Chloe Castleberry, Flow Space, 18 Oct. 2024
Silk is prized for its biocompatibility, high tensile strength, elasticity, lightness and breathability, and for its sensual, smooth texture and shimmer.
—Barrett Klein, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Oct. 2024
On top of that, ultra-low molecular collagen minimizes the appearance of pores, boosts skin elasticity, and smooths fine lines and wrinkles.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 Oct. 2024
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elasticity. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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elasticity
noun
elas·tic·i·ty
i-ˌlas-ˈtis-ət-ē, ˌē-ˌlas-, -ˈtis-tē
plural elasticities
: the quality or state of being elastic
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