as in solid
not showing weakness or uncertainty
he had an iron determination to succeed in on Wall Street
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Recent Examples of iron
Bryant Stamford, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
Key Takeaways Spinach is high in iron, but the body absorbs it less easily than iron from meat.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 23 Oct. 2025
Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
However, Boone is confident that Volpe will iron things out without having to send him down to Triple-A.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2021
For my anti-iron lifestyle, the Nori is a clear winner.
—Rachel Besser, Vogue, 20 Aug. 2021
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Adjective
There are a number of reasons why red meat might be a problem, including the high heme iron content, plus the need to cook meat at high temperatures, which can produce carcinogenic compounds.
—Bryant Stamford, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
Key Takeaways Spinach is high in iron, but the body absorbs it less easily than iron from meat.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
Each item was then tagged, ironed, and inspected again.
—Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
However, Boone is confident that Volpe will iron things out without having to send him down to Triple-A.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
Following its acquisition by Marks & Spencer in 1988, Brooks Brothers gradually tweaked its most famous offering, introducing non-iron fabrics, slimmer fits and a lined and fused collar.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2021
For my anti-iron lifestyle, the Nori is a clear winner.
—Rachel Besser, Vogue, 20 Aug. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for iron
Adjective
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There were other signs of encouragement, like Diouf and Crysencio Summerville’s left-wing partnership, plus Freddie Potts’ solid cameo appearance.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Crafted from solid wood with a contoured seat and gently curved back, this chair combines comfort with a modern yet classic look, ideal for gatherings and everyday meals alike.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Sitting beside the star, her son Gus was pictured squishing his hands into the sand and looking down.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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Throughout the year, beachgoers enjoy its rocky coves and expansive sand, as well as the cliffs and headlands that preside over its shorelines.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The beloved couple of Ruzek and Burgess — known as Burzek — tied the knot in the season 12 finale.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
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In the bottom of the seventh inning, with runners on second and third with nobody out, George Springer stepped to the plate with the chance to tie a 3-1 ball game in favor of the Seattle Mariners, a team desperate for its first-ever World Series appearance in franchise history.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Any question which of those teams has a stout and sturdy offensive line?—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
20 Oct. 2025
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If possible, drive to a nearby sturdy building.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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A lot of, uh, impressive mental fortitude is required to.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
15 Oct. 2025
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Red Mass is a Catholic Mass that celebrates the start of the judicial year and offers prayers for wisdom, counsel, and fortitude for judges, lawyers and public officials.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Gloss Bridge trussed the look up more with a wet effect gloss, using Gloss Luxe in shade 01 Disclosure.—
Marie Bladt,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
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While all of this is going on, Lasher is being trussed for his wedding to his one true love.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Rockets big man Alperen Şengün was limited to 5-of-18 shooting after a strong season opener in Oklahoma City.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Smith cited a strong support network for transgender students on campus during her appearance.—
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For most of the game, grit and luck seemed to be on the Nittany Lions’ side.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Smoky and savory, our Cowboy Pot Roast is equally at home served over mashed potatoes, grits, or rice.—
Elizabeth Nelson,
Southern Living,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iron. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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