as in flexibility
the ability of something to return to its original shape after it has been stretched, pressed, bent, etc.
Rubber bands are favored for their elasticity.
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Recent Examples of elasticity
Oat straw extract steps in to repair the overall elasticity of hair, too.
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Natasha Marsh, Allure, 7 Apr. 2025
The varying elasticity of different fabrics and the tension applied during sewing lead to the curved lines seen in her bright and playful creations.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025
The pen’s elasticity is a regression to the mean from each of us buying it.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
The intrigue: In making the case for their approach, including their formula, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative cites research on price elasticity by the Harvard Business School professor Alberto Cavallo.
—Ben Berkowitz, Axios, 6 Apr. 2025
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Natasha Marsh, Allure, 7 Apr. 2025
The varying elasticity of different fabrics and the tension applied during sewing lead to the curved lines seen in her bright and playful creations.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025
The pen’s elasticity is a regression to the mean from each of us buying it.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
The intrigue: In making the case for their approach, including their formula, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative cites research on price elasticity by the Harvard Business School professor Alberto Cavallo.
—Ben Berkowitz, Axios, 6 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for elasticity
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“Elasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elasticity. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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