to  be  made of  sterner stuff
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Definition & Meaning of "be made of sterner stuff"in English

to be made of sterner stuff
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to have a stronger and more determined character or to be more resilient in the face of difficulty 

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Examples
In times of crisis, leaders must be made of sterner stuff to inspire confidence and action. 
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