5
gristly(adjective, tough, narrow, slim, sinewy)
5
hard(adjective, strong, rough, coarse, fresh)
5
powerful(adjective, strong, vigorous, sturdy, robust)
4
filamentary
4
hempen
4
stiff(adjective, strong, hard, thin, solid)
4
strong(adjective, hard, thin, solid, vigorous)
4
unchewable
3
brawny(adjective, strong, hard, solid, vigorous)
3
capillary
3
cartilaginous
3
flossy
3
masculine
2
cirrose
2
cohesive(adjective, strong, hard, solid, stiff)
2
durable
2
funicular
2
hefty(adjective, vigorous, sturdy, robust, brawny)
2
lasting
2
lean(strong, thin, sinewy, wiry)
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