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
ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
In December of that year, Ivan was one of 11 PSP K-9s to receive new body armor vests that were donated by the nonprofit Vested Interest in K9s.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
Maddie Brown scored the Tommies’ final goal of the winter midway through the second period, but her tally barely made a dent in the mighty titan’s armor.
—Staff Report, Twin Cities, 28 Feb. 2026
An intimate 19th-century house museum displaying Renaissance paintings, decorative arts and armor.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Kearse fired 14 times, striking the officer nine times in the body and four times in his body armor.
—ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
In December of that year, Ivan was one of 11 PSP K-9s to receive new body armor vests that were donated by the nonprofit Vested Interest in K9s.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
Maddie Brown scored the Tommies’ final goal of the winter midway through the second period, but her tally barely made a dent in the mighty titan’s armor.
—Staff Report, Twin Cities, 28 Feb. 2026
An intimate 19th-century house museum displaying Renaissance paintings, decorative arts and armor.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for armor
Noun
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Noting some confusion over the like-for-like numbers this year, given recent changes to the business structure, the analysts said that weapon and ammunition growth will remain elevated, and there is scope for its naval business to be resilient, too.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Videos published by Islamic State West Africa Province showed massive weaponry and ammunition, as well as dozens of motorcycles and vehicles that the extremists said were captured during the raids.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The religious article, called a kirpan, cannot be longer than 10 inches and must be contained in a sheath to wear in City Hall, according to the ordinance.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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For cocktail dresses with some fabric texture, consider this tulle midi dress or this lace sheath dress—both of which come in a multitude of spring color options.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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According to Davis, deeper colors help to cocoon you.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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One pull can shift a room from bright and social to calm and cocooned, helping the space follow the day rather than fight it.—
Maria Williams,
Ascend Agency,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But those two additions should make the Panthers’ defense significantly better coming off an NFC South-winning campaign.—
Mike Kaye
Updated March 9,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Mar. 2026
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Christopher Cann Turkey's Defense Ministry said Monday that NATO air defenses shot down a ballistic missile fired from Iran.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Investigators found shell casings from all three weapons over a block-and-a-half stretch of Garrison Street.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Strewn near the bodies were spent shell casings and a shotgun shell.—
Daniel Wu,
Washington Post,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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This soft subdued shade paired with a statement lip perfectly encapsulates that timeless energy.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
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For me, the book cover photograph encapsulates much of my career.—
Marta Martínez Tato,
Vanity Fair,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Friction offers a different kind of shield.—
Ascend Agency,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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Federal prosecutors accused Lang of assaulting police at the Capitol using an aluminum baseball bat and a riot shield.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Once again using the housing analogy, think of VPS hosting as your own apartment in a building, with utilities that other tenants can't use.—
Gabriel Zamora,
PC Magazine,
8 Mar. 2026
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Now, the housing authority is planning some renovations in the area along with the sale of two buildings.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Armor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/armor. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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