crush-proof

adjective

Definition of crush-proofnext
as in resistant

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crush-proof
  1. resistant
  2. sturdy
  3. tempered
  4. tough
  5. compressed
  6. sound
Adjective
  • Yet focusing solely on these metrics misses a profound shift that Forbes' 2024 list of the World’s 100 Most Powerful Women reveals: while the established hierarchies remain resistant to change, women are increasingly controlling the critical intersections where industries transform.
    Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • While Queen seemed resistant to the crowd’s raucous support of the home team, Willard seemed to acknowledge that the first away game from Xfinity Center in College Park not involving a neutral venue impacted the players.
    Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of resistant
Adjective
  • Huawei says the main foldable display is built on top of a carbon fiber glass plate which helps reinforce the screen, and the hinge connecting the moving parts feel sturdy and reassuring.
    Ben Sin, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • This sturdy ice scraper has a padded, ergonomic handle that makes for an easy grip with or without gloves.
    Camryn Rabideau, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of sturdy
Adjective
  • The quality of this build is in plain view through the tempered glass panel, with its top-of-the-line components showcasing the latest technology.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Find it on Amazon These Glass Coffee Tables Is Built to Last Made from durable, tempered glass, this funky side table is going to look fantastic in your living room or even next to your bed.
    Savannah Smith, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2024
Definition of tempered
Adjective
  • In a time when people approach political, social and economic issues with a different set of information and fake news is rampant, the best way to do that is to approach tough conversations with stories rather than facts.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The clients’ storefronts are positioned to succeed in a sometimes tough marketplace by focusing on exclusivity and quality.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of tough
Adjective
  • The shift to a four-day workweek has sparked growing interest in the West, where some companies are beginning to explore compressed hours as a way to attract talent seeking better work-life balance.
    Chris Lau, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Despite the compressed calendar, Ohashi expects the strong performance to continue through December.
    David Moin, WWD, 1 Dec. 2024
Definition of compressed
Adjective
  • Plus, keeping that data safe is also a sound investment play for the new year.
    Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Professor Lee aimed to push the boundaries of sound technology, focusing on the intersection of psychoacoustics and immersive audio so that anyone could experience high-quality audio.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of sound
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crushing

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crust

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