7
gravelly(adjective, rough, coarse, rocky, pebbly)
7
intrepid(adjective, strong, tough, smart, energetic)
6
abrasive(adjective, rough, coarse, grainy, granular)
6
dusty(adjective, rough, coarse, pulverulence, grainy)
6
gamy
6
gutsy(adjective, strong, tough, smart, energetic)
6
hardy(adjective, strong, tough, determined, bold)
6
tenacious(adjective, strong, tough, determined, steady)
6
tough(adjective, strong, lively, determined, noble)
6
valorous(adjective, strong, tough, polite, noble)
5
coarse(adjective, smooth, rough, grainy)
5
dirty
5
doughty(adjective, strong, tough, polite, thoughtful)
5
gallant(adjective, strong, tough, polite, noble)
5
rasping(adjective, rough, coarse, grainy, granular)
5
sabulous(adjective, rough, coarse, pulverulence, grainy)
4
stalwart(adjective, strong, tough, noble, bold)
4
arenaceous(adjective, stony, pebbly, dusty, pulverulence)
4
bold(adjective, strong, tough, smart, energetic)
4
dauntless(adjective, strong, tough, energetic, passionate)
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