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Vocabulary Entry
tuff
|noun • adjective • verb
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N
noun
A high-temperature, volcanic rock formed from solidified ash or pumice.
Example Sentences
"The hiker stumbled upon a large outcrop of tuff along the trail."
"Tuff is often used as a building material due to its lightweight properties."
"Archaeologists found ancient tools made from tuff in the excavation site."
A
adjective
Resilient or tough; able to withstand harsh conditions.
Example Sentences
"She wore tuff shoes that protected her feet during the hike."
"The tuff fabric of the jacket kept her warm in cold weather."
"His tuff attitude helped him persevere through difficult challenges."
V
verb
To make something tougher or more resilient; often used informally.
Example Sentences
"He decided to tuff up the team by introducing new training techniques."
"The coach wants to tuff the players before the championship match."
"She is trying to tuff her resolve against the criticism."