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
Amy Paturel, Discover Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
Some of the notable objects include TNT, firework rockets, boots of swiftness, a full set of diamond armor and blades (or swords).
—Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Later, at one minute and thirty-nine seconds, there's a man encased in some kind of futuristic-looking armor emerging from an opening bathed in sparks.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
In 1940, Germany overran much of western Europe in a matter of weeks by means of a blitzkrieg, bringing together armor and airpower.
—Lawrence D. Freedman, Foreign Affairs, 14 Apr. 2025
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Beyond bandages and sutures, silk was used in military uniforms, including the body armor of Mongol and Chinese soldiers in the Middle Ages, not only for its strength, but also for its ability to shield wounds, saving them from further injury.
—Amy Paturel, Discover Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
Some of the notable objects include TNT, firework rockets, boots of swiftness, a full set of diamond armor and blades (or swords).
—Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Later, at one minute and thirty-nine seconds, there's a man encased in some kind of futuristic-looking armor emerging from an opening bathed in sparks.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
In 1940, Germany overran much of western Europe in a matter of weeks by means of a blitzkrieg, bringing together armor and airpower.
—Lawrence D. Freedman, Foreign Affairs, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for armor
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The terrorist designation would extend U.S. jurisdiction to anyone assisting the gangs, from gun and ammunition traffickers to government officials in Haiti financing the groups.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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So, to threaten to take away someone’s guns and ammunition was indeed a threat that white Virginians took very seriously.—
Ari Daniel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
17 Apr. 2025
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The 30-year-old, who was arrested in December 2022, was allegedly linked to the crime scene by DNA recovered from a knife sheath and cell phone pings, per a probable cause affidavit previously obtained by PEOPLE.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Surprisingly, the team discovered that one of the two giant bony claws has its keratin sheath—comparable to a human nail—still preserved.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 Mar. 2025
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The pool sits just off the private balcony and feels cocooned in its own little world, shielded by tall privacy walls.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
5 Apr. 2025
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His nymph-like creatures glided down the runway in sculptural yet cocooning shapes that were styled with skintight leather stockings and tabi heels.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2025
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And the Chargers were still able to address defense on Days 2 and 3.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Foreign ownership caps exist in critical sectors like telecom, aviation, and defense.—
Garth Friesen,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Officers reported recovering 36 shell casings from the backyard.—
Gael Langdon,
Arkansas Online,
28 Apr. 2025
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Investigators found several bullet casings from both .40 caliber and 9mm handguns in the field, according to their report.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Another example from their 1-1 draw with West Ham United encapsulates Bournemouth’s blueprint.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Accompanied by sweeping string arrangements and powerful blaring horns, the song encapsulates the essence of modern mariachi while staying rooted in its timeless traditions.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
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Golden Dome would be very different than Israel's Iron Dome Trump's speech to Congress and his executive order have both referenced Israel's Iron Dome missile shield.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
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Even her accessories were theatrical—like her spiked Balenciaga dad cap, and futuristic shield shades.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
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This means attracting and retaining talent by improving housing affordability, transportation access and quality of life.—
Will Anderson,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Apr. 2025
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The intrigue: While some areas with relatively high shares of young adults living at a parent's home also have relatively steep housing costs, Pew didn't find a clear link between those factors.—
Alex Fitzpatrick,
Axios,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Armor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/armor. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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