100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "stiffen"

Definition

Stiffen (verb): To make or become rigid, firm, or inflexible; to increase in tension or strength, often as a response to cold, fear, or pressure.

Synonyms

• Firm
• Rigid
• Strengthen
• Tighten
• Hardening
• Brace
• Toughen
• Solidify

Antonyms

• Soften
• Loosen
• Relax
• Weaken
• Diminish
• Lessen
• Decrease

Examples

1. As the temperature dropped, he could feel his muscles stiffen.
2. The sudden noise made her heart stiffen in fear.
3. The cold wind caused the branches to stiffen and sway.
4. She tried to relax, but her body began to stiffen with tension.
5. The athlete's determination seemed to stiffen as the competition progressed.
6. As the deadline approached, anxiety began to stiffen her resolve.
7. He felt his resolve stiffen when faced with the challenge.
8. The fabric will stiffen when it is starched.
9. The soldier's posture began to stiffen at the sound of a command.
10. She watched in disbelief as the air around her seemed to stiffen with anticipation.
11. The artist's hand began to stiffen as she concentrated on her work.
12. The sudden announcement made everyone in the room stiffen with surprise.
13. The dog’s body would stiffen when it sensed danger approaching.
14. As the storm approached, the trees began to stiffen against the wind.
15. His grip on the steering wheel started to stiffen as he navigated through the storm.
16. The once flexible clay began to stiffen as it dried out.
17. The athlete's muscles stiffen in preparation for the final sprint.
18. Fear caused her spine to stiffen as she heard the footsteps behind her.
19. The metal will stiffen when exposed to extreme temperatures.
20. His resolve to succeed only seemed to stiffen after the initial failures.
21. The tension in the room caused everyone's shoulders to stiffen.
22. The cold air made her fingers stiffen around the cup of coffee.
23. A sudden shock can cause your body to stiffen involuntarily.
24. The actor felt his performance stiffen under the intense scrutiny of critics.
25. As he faced the audience, his confidence began to stiffen.
26. The team’s strategy began to stiffen as they entered the final quarter.
27. She noticed her face stiffen with determination as she prepared to speak.
28. The horse’s muscles would stiffen before it took off in a sprint.
29. The chilling atmosphere made the hairs on his neck stiffen.
30. As she approached the edge of the cliff, her legs began to stiffen in fear.
31. The pressure of the situation caused his demeanor to stiffen.
32. The tension in the air seemed to stiffen the very fabric of reality.
33. The sudden cold snap caused the lake's surface to stiffen into ice.
34. He could feel the anxiety stiffen his stomach as he awaited the results.
35. The instructions he received made his approach to the project stiffen in formality.
36. The unexpected news caused her heart to stiffen with worry.
37. As the clock ticked down, the players’ focus began to stiffen.
38. The fabric used in the costume would stiffen after being treated.
39. The pressure from the crowd made her resolve stiffen.
40. The sudden challenge caused his muscles to stiffen involuntarily.
41. The tension in the negotiation room began to stiffen as the stakes grew higher.
42. She felt her body stiffen with fear as the car approached too quickly.
43. The tension in the rope began to stiffen as they pulled it taut.
44. The coach encouraged the team to stiffen their resolve for the upcoming match.
45. He had to stiffen his determination to push through the pain.
46. The chilling story made the hairs on her arms stiffen.
47. His hands began to stiffen as he gripped the railing tightly.
48. The unexpected announcement made everyone in the room stiffen in shock.
49. The teacher’s voice caused the students to stiffen in their seats.
50. The fabric will stiffen after being washed with starch.
51. As the deadline approached, their nerves began to stiffen.
52. Her resolve to stand up for herself began to stiffen as she saw the injustice.
53. The sudden movement made the cat's back stiffen in alarm.
54. The cold weather made her fingers stiffen around the steering wheel.
55. The athlete's focus seemed to stiffen just before the race began.
56. The unexpected challenge made his spine stiffen with resolve.
57. The team knew they had to stiffen their defense to win the game.
58. The tension in her voice made his heart stiffen with concern.
59. As the storm approached, the trees began to stiffen against the wind.
60. The cold air made her breath stiffen into visible puffs.
61. The sudden fright caused her body to stiffen as she gasped.
62. The instructor urged the students to stiffen their focus during the exam.
63. She felt her heart stiffen at the thought of losing the game.
64. The threat of rain caused the ground to stiffen underfoot.
65. The unexpected obstacle made him stiffen with determination.
66. As he prepared for the speech, his demeanor began to stiffen.
67. The player’s muscles would stiffen before they made their move.
68. The sudden realization caused her breath to stiffen in her throat.
69. The fabric will stiffen when it is treated with the right chemicals.
70. The sound of the alarm made her body stiffen in alarm.
71. His resolve to finish the project on time began to stiffen.
72. The fear of failure made him stiffen in his tracks.
73. The athlete had to stiffen his muscles to lift the heavy weight.
74. The sudden change in temperature caused the metal to stiffen.
75. The unexpected news made her heart stiffen with dread.
76. As the deadline approached, his focus began to stiffen.
77. The sudden flash of light made her stiffen in surprise.
78. The dog's body would stiffen whenever it sensed danger.
79. The fabric was treated to stiffen it for the design.
80. The unexpected turn of events made her resolve stiffen.
81. The anticipation in the crowd made the atmosphere stiffen.
82. The sudden decision caused his heart to stiffen with apprehension.
83. The instructor wanted the students to stiffen their critiques.
84. The cold wind made her fingers stiffen as she typed.
85. The moment of truth made his heart stiffen with anxiety.
86. The sudden realization made her breath stiffen in her chest.
87. He felt his body stiffen as he prepared for the fall.
88. The pressure of the competition caused her nerves to stiffen.
89. The unexpected turn of events made everyone in the room stiffen.
90. She could feel her muscles stiffen as she braced for impact.
91. The tension in the air began to stiffen as the meeting progressed.
92. The sudden noise made the cat’s back stiffen in alarm.
93. The news of the storm made everyone stiffen in concern.
94. The cold water made her limbs stiffen as she adjusted to the temperature.
95. He felt his resolve stiffen as he faced the challenge head-on.
96. The sound of footsteps made her heart stiffen with fear.
97. The pressure to perform made his nerves stiffen.
98. The unexpected change in plans caused her demeanor to stiffen.
99. The intense workout made his muscles stiffen in exhaustion.
100. The anticipation of the performance made the crowd stiffen with excitement.