1
as in ammunition
means or method of defending
the skunk's primary armor is the foul-smelling fluid that it can eject
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2
as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
the crab's armor makes it difficult prey for some smaller predators
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as in to cocoon
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Recent Examples of armor
Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 20 June 2026
Inspectors discovered damage to the joint armor and deck welds, but Sacramento County had to revise repair plans this spring after construction costs climbed 14% above estimates.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 19 June 2026
The armor comes off, and you’re left with nothing—just exposure.
—Christian Dashiell Published, Parents, 18 June 2026
The two deputies near the door wore black body armor over their uniforms.
—Jack Crosbie, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2026
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Noun
The compact crew arrangement also reduces the armor protection volume, leading to weight reduction.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 20 June 2026
Inspectors discovered damage to the joint armor and deck welds, but Sacramento County had to revise repair plans this spring after construction costs climbed 14% above estimates.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 19 June 2026
The armor comes off, and you’re left with nothing—just exposure.
—Christian Dashiell Published, Parents, 18 June 2026
The two deputies near the door wore black body armor over their uniforms.
—Jack Crosbie, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for armor
Noun
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The seizures added up to about 420 grams of cocaine, $2,291 in cash, a rifle, four pistols, various magazines and ammunition, and digital scales and packaging materials believed to be used in narcotics distribution, the sheriff's office said.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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These attacks can strain traditional air defense systems, which usually depend on expensive interceptors and have limited ammunition.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
Noun
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Bold aromas of black cherry, espresso bean, and nutmeg give way to sublime flavors of cassis, charcuterie, and freshly ground nutmeg wrapped in a sheath of feathery tannins.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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More recently, a forensic scientist and criminologist hired by Kohberger's defense team named Brent Turvey has raised concerns about the chain of custody of the prosecution's main piece of evidence, a Ka-Bar knife sheath with Kohberger's DNA on it recovered next to Mogen and Goncalves.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Norman suggests going for warmer tones to cocoon the space—or even getting creative with the ceiling, as an alternative.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
7 June 2026
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Food and drink While there are great choices in the neighborhood, most guests seem to cocoon themselves here, and why not?—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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King’s attorney, Bill Mason, began his presentation by referencing Bosworth’s mentioning a defendant can’t be judged for not testifying in their own defense.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
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While Thomas has had offensive struggles, his defense has never been a question.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
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Police recovered at least 40 shell casings at the scene of the attack.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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To do so, look for insect droppings, casings, eggs, or the pests themselves.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Legendary Hungary team denied their crowning glory The Hungarian team of the early 1950s was one of the greatest in the history of football, with their dominance best encapsulated by their two myth-shattering thrashings of England in consecutive years.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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Leus explains that the INXS tune was important to the filmmakers and encapsulated the relationship between Jo and Raissa.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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Officials cited the heat shield concerns as part of the need to add additional testing in space to the Artemis timeline.—
Margaret Landis,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
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Pro-Kremlin newspapers reported it, with some praising the performance of air defenses while noting that the strike highlighted the need to further strengthen the defensive shield around the capital.—
Barry Hatton,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Colorado in May required companies that deploy AI systems in important areas such as employment, education, housing or banking to tell people when AI is being used to influence a decision made about them.—
Marc Levy,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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The Emergency Operations Center said in a statement that the approximately 1,690 guests staying at the resort were evacuated to other hotels and nearby housing facilities.—
Faris Tanyos,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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“Armor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/armor. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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