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as in strict
not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards
lost weight only after a cast-iron adherence to his diet
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as in sturdy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
he has a cast-iron faith in his innate ability to overcome any adversity that life might throw against him
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Recent Examples of cast-iron
My favorite fish is salmon, and a great way to prepare it is in a cast-iron skillet.
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Jennifer Berger,
Verywell Health,
22 June 2026
Ready in just 30 minutes, this skillet cookie stars a molten center and crispy edges thanks to being baked a cast-iron skillet.
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Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
19 June 2026
Nearby are picnic tables and a sprawling fruit and vegetable garden and cast-iron barbecue pits for grilling — Barack Obama would like you to use those in the summer.
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Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
The family replaced cast-iron plumbing, upgraded the electrical and other systems, and restored the brick exterior piece by piece.
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David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cast-iron
Jennifer Berger,
Verywell Health,
22 June 2026
Ready in just 30 minutes, this skillet cookie stars a molten center and crispy edges thanks to being baked a cast-iron skillet.
—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
19 June 2026
Nearby are picnic tables and a sprawling fruit and vegetable garden and cast-iron barbecue pits for grilling — Barack Obama would like you to use those in the summer.
—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
The family replaced cast-iron plumbing, upgraded the electrical and other systems, and restored the brick exterior piece by piece.
—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cast-iron
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cast-iron
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California has strict fireworks laws because of the combination of fire danger and population, Berlant said.
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In whatever role, expect Teng to be on a strict innings limit and pitch count for his next few outings at Triple-A Sugar Land.
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.
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While linen and silk are light and airy, some occasions call for a sturdier yet equally breathable option.
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Every cybersecurity article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors.
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This improves both customer and agent experience, while still meeting rigorous business standards around accuracy, reliability, and risk management.
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Modales leans into cold-hardy grapes varieties like blaufränkisch, the spicy Austrian red variety that has become a favorite by-the-glass pour at Ox Bar.
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PeeGee thrives in summer heat and is exceptionally cold-hardy, tolerating full sun and partial shade.
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Instead of forcing business owners to constantly upload mountains of paper invoices or rigid bank statements, Magellan monitors the real-time transactions flowing directly through its platform.
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The trust could provide financial support for a broad group of beneficiaries defined by you, rather than by rigid family-tree relationships.
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Projections varied in the weeks leading up to the draft with no real consensus among draft analysts, but in the last 24 hours there were strong indications the Clippers would choose Wagler and the Nets would take Brown.
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Your desire for solitude and introspection is strong during today’s Scorpio moon.
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Saddleback Caterpillar has a stout, brown body about an inch long with a bright green rectangle and an oval saddle marking on its back.
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Turning its back on views of the Santa Rita Mountains, the home’s interior revolved around a dim central kitchen and an awkward sunken garden bounded by stout masonry columns that held up the roof but restricted movement through the space.
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“Cast-iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cast-iron. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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