Definition of Firm

solid; refusing to bend

Examples of Firm in a sentence

The firm steel-rod could not be broken except under intense pressure.  

Because the frozen ground was so firm, it was hard for the farmer to dig a hole.  

The thief tried to bend back the lock with a tool, but the strong bolt held firm.  

Because his body was so firm, it seemed impossible to hurt the boxer with a punch.  

Our firm mattress was so solid that it barely moves when we lay down.  

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