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as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
a robust and sturdy toddler
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as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
a robust older man who still bicycles 10 miles a day
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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
beef and other red meats should be accompanied by robust wines
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as in strong
not showing weakness or uncertainty
a robust slap on the back welcoming me to the company
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Recent Examples of robust
As robust as the army of season-ticket holders is, there are still more than 5,000 names on the waiting list, and the number crunch leaves only a couple of thousand seats available for single-game sales.
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Brett Knight,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The labor market added a robust average of about 114,000 jobs each month from January to May, Bureau of Labor Statistics Data showed.
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Max Zahn,
ABC News,
30 June 2026
Whether a poolside quaffer or something robust enough for brisket and ribs, there’s no shortage of excellent American wines to choose from.
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Anna Lee Iijima,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
Integrated graphics—especially in entry-level chips—are generally not up to the task for 3D workloads, graphics-intensive editing tasks, or robust AAA gaming, and that was the case here too.
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Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
29 June 2026
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Brett Knight,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The labor market added a robust average of about 114,000 jobs each month from January to May, Bureau of Labor Statistics Data showed.
—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
30 June 2026
Whether a poolside quaffer or something robust enough for brisket and ribs, there’s no shortage of excellent American wines to choose from.
—
Anna Lee Iijima,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
Integrated graphics—especially in entry-level chips—are generally not up to the task for 3D workloads, graphics-intensive editing tasks, or robust AAA gaming, and that was the case here too.
—
Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
29 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for robust
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Pomegranates also contain vitamin K and folate, which can help support healthy blood clotting and cell growth, respectively.
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The indexes are sitting on healthy gains for the year despite a slight pullback in June.
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Work with Your Design Style A color this bright and energetic couldn’t possibly be versatile, too, right?
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Brazil were energetic and vertical, Vinicius Junior and Rayan stretched their opponents and Gabriel Martinelli’s stoppage-time winner was just reward.
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Soak in the mineral-rich waters of nearby Travertine Hot Springs and observe a decaying mining town at Bodie State Historic Park.
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Key Takeaways Omega-3s can be obtained through a balanced diet, especially by eating seafood rich in DHA and EPA, such as salmon, sardines, and mackerel.
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Projections varied in the weeks leading up to the draft with no real consensus among draft analysts, but in the last 24 hours there were strong indications the Clippers would choose Wagler and the Nets would take Brown.
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Your desire for solitude and introspection is strong during today’s Scorpio moon.
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.
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While linen and silk are light and airy, some occasions call for a sturdier yet equally breathable option.
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Unlike dynamic stretching, static stretching holds muscles in a lengthened position for an extended period.
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However, beginning in the late 1950s, advancing spacecraft technology allowed scientists to study planets, moons and smaller bodies up close, revealing worlds far more diverse and dynamic than could be seen through telescopes alone.
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Red apples, especially deeper red varieties, contain higher levels of anthocyanins, potent antioxidants.
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That potent symbolism has been evident in the black funeral flags hanging over city streets since his death referencing the seventh-century martyrdom of Shi'ism's third imam, Hossein.
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Goldin, who appeared in 11 Heat games as a rookie, was very solid on Friday, blocking a shot by Maliq Brown and then blocking a shot on an alley oop.
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Additionally, Thursday morning’s mission was the last to use the Atlas V’s most powerful configuration with five strap-on solid rocket boosters.
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“Robust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/robust. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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