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Definition of «stiff»

The term "stiff" has several meanings, depending on its context.

1) In a physical sense, it can refer to something that is rigid or inflexible in nature - for example, a stiff breeze means there's a strong wind blowing.

2) It can also be used figuratively to describe someone who is very proper and formal in their behavior, often seen as aloof or unfriendly - such as a person with a "stiff upper lip."

3) In the context of finance, it means an asset that has decreased in value. For example, if you invest money into stocks and they decrease in price, your portfolio may be described as being stiff due to the losses.

Usage examples

  1. The doctor diagnosed me with a stiff neck after sleeping in an uncomfortable position.
  2. I could hardly move as my muscles felt stiff after an intense workout.
  3. She wore a stiff collar to support her injured neck.
  4. The old book had stiff pages, making it difficult to flip through.
  5. The new employee seemed very serious and had a stiff demeanor in the office.
  6. He struggled to bend his knees because they were stiff from sitting for long hours.
  7. The board members had a stiff discussion about the budget cuts.
  8. The curtain felt stiff as it was made of heavy fabric.
  9. The soldier stood at attention with a stiff posture during the military parade.
  10. The elderly woman relied on a cane to support her stiff joints while walking.

Phrases with «stiff»

Sentences with «stiff»

  • But a year later it's facing stiffer competition with an updated and improved design. (androidcentral.com)
  • I then thought about its tendency to lean and pitch, but you don't need very stiff suspension with such a good chassis and low weight transfer. (evo.co.uk)
  • But he's also facing stiff competition in the form of four Best Picture nominees, so that's like all she wrote. (incontention.com)
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