resiliency
noun
re·sil·ien·cy
ri-ˈzil-yən(t)-sē 
plural resiliencies
1
: the ability of something to return to its original size and shape after being compressed or deformed : resilience sense 1
Most of these rollers have to be replaced every few years when the rubber loses its resiliency.—
Steve Rosenthal
Steve RosenthalUpholstery consisted of lightweight leather cushions; frequently there were springs beneath the cushions for added resiliency.—Daniel M. Mendelowitz
Daniel M. Mendelowitz2
: an ability to recover from or adjust easily to adversity or change : resilience sense 2
… the resiliency of nature and humans in the wake of fires, floods, earthquakes, volcanoes, and other destructive forces.—Richard K. Snow et al.
Richard K. Snow et al.The Brewers have shown a resiliency through the season's ups and downs …—Associated Press
Associated PressThe project's goal is to develop … cultivars with certain traits; for example, better climate resiliency and better tolerance for low water and low fertilizer conditions.—Julie Chao
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The word cowboy itself was used in a derogatory way to describe the former slaves as 'boys,' ... destroying the negative connotation, what remains is the strength and resiliency of these men who were the true definition of Western fortitude.
—Alex Gonzalez, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Beets also contain betaine, which helps stimulate collagen production and strengthen the skin’s resiliency.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
Domingo, Hamilton, Rocky and Williams all individually grace four special covers of the fashion bible’s May 2025 issue — celebrating their views on Black excellence, resiliency, and power.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 6 May 2025
Despite signs of resiliency, concerns persist — particularly among small business owners.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 5 May 2025
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Alex Gonzalez, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Beets also contain betaine, which helps stimulate collagen production and strengthen the skin’s resiliency.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
Domingo, Hamilton, Rocky and Williams all individually grace four special covers of the fashion bible’s May 2025 issue — celebrating their views on Black excellence, resiliency, and power.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 6 May 2025
Despite signs of resiliency, concerns persist — particularly among small business owners.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 5 May 2025
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“Resiliency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resiliency. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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