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Vocabulary Entry
stiffening
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The process or action of becoming stiff or rigid.
Example Sentences
"The stiffening of the muscles can be a sign of fatigue."
"The stiffening of the fabric made it difficult to sew."
"A sudden stiffening in his voice indicated his seriousness."
V
verb
The act of making something stiff or rigid.
Example Sentences
"The cold air stiffened the branches of the trees."
"He stiffened at the unexpected sound behind him."
"The mixture began to stiffen as it cooled."