crucibles

plural of crucible

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Noun
  • Kruse and Fialko invested seven figures into rebuilding Priscilla’s brand, stabilizing her finances, settling her lawsuits, cleaning up numerous private family ordeals, and attempting to help Priscilla repair her relationship with her daughter.
    Michaela Zee, Variety, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Small spot fires outside the containment lines were reported near Fence Meadow, and strategic firing operations were successfully conducted near Lost and Bear Meadows.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
  • In addition to the threat for fires in the West, the Great Lakes region may also face fire concerns during dry, windy periods, Lada said.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2025
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“Crucibles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crucibles. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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