Sentence examples for stiff about from inspiring English sources

This is one of those books, in the vein of Mary Roach's "Stiff" (about human cadavers), that tackle a big topic by taking readers on a chapter-by-chapter tour of eccentric characters and unlikely locations.

Cover and refrigerate until stiff – about 45 minutes – before using.

There is nothing stiff about these figures; their postures are realized with grace and subtlety.

And Mr. Kerry told reporters that Republicans were "scared stiff about" his candidacy.

Increase speed to high, sprinkle in remaining sugar, and beat until stiff, about 20 seconds.

Uncover and cook, stirring frequently, until somewhat dry and stiff, about 6 minutes.

At that, Mandela relaxed his stiff, about-to-be-interviewed posture, leaned forward slightly in his chair, and smiled, with an enveloping warmth.

Let's not be stiffs about this: in pronunciation, the English language has always tended toward contraction.

And isn't that what a stiff drink is about?

Yarmouth sent a stiff letter about it, which was as stiffly answered.

In adult cetaceans insulation is provided by thick subcutaneous fat deposits, or blubber, with hair limited to a few stiff vibrissae about the mouth.