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Recent Examples of hard-shell
The campaign provides a chance to dip cones for $1 charge in hard-shell coating flavors, such as chocolate, cherry, or butterscotch.
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Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Keep scrolling to find out why our tester voted this the top hard-shell suitcase on the market.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 21 Nov. 2025
This durable hard-shell jacket—now available in a new Pink Glo colorway—handles everything the weather throws, from waist-deep blower to spring sleet.
—Outside, 13 Nov. 2025
From bright, bold hard-shell spinners to the humble duffel bag, carry-on luggage comes in seemingly endless varieties.
—Sal Vaglica, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
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Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Keep scrolling to find out why our tester voted this the top hard-shell suitcase on the market.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 21 Nov. 2025
This durable hard-shell jacket—now available in a new Pink Glo colorway—handles everything the weather throws, from waist-deep blower to spring sleet.
—Outside, 13 Nov. 2025
From bright, bold hard-shell spinners to the humble duffel bag, carry-on luggage comes in seemingly endless varieties.
—Sal Vaglica, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hard-shell
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But for the moment, the regime — now dominated more than ever by hard-line elements of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps — is firmly entrenched, the Western officials said.—
Dan De Luce,
NBC news,
9 May 2026
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Its most prominent members are hard-line Trump allies Javier Milei of Argentina and Nayib Bukele of El Salvador.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
8 May 2026
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However, a persistent increase in consumer prices may put pressure on the Fed to raise interest rates as a means of dialing back inflation.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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Yermak was a trusted confidant of Zelensky, who resisted persistent pressure to replace him, and a powerful figure in the government.—
Hanna Arhirova,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Ajay Mitchell scored 10 of his 28 points in the frantic final period as the Thunder overcame the Lakers' tenacious effort and improved to 8-0 in the playoffs with their toughest victory of the postseason.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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Marcus Smart resurrected his career as a tenacious defender at 32 years old.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Yet Gilgeous-Alexander’s own diagnosis of his night, stern and accountable, showed no trace of concern.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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His father, a billboard magnate, was a stern man who would whip his son with a razor strap for stepping out of line, but the youngster refused to capitulate to his dad’s authority.—
Paul Bond,
HollywoodReporter,
6 May 2026
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Its organic shape offers a bit more structure than the traditional beanbag, without feeling rigid, while the quality leather construction feels sophisticated and high-end.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2026
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Ana rinsed off the sponge, her shoulders rigid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 May 2026
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For two of South Florida’s steadfast dance organizations these signs of one more forward-moving spring are about to brighten the calendar.—
Guillermo Perez,
Miami Herald,
5 May 2026
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Dan Radakovich is leaving the athletic director’s office after five years of steadfast integrity.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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Americans have known Fox News’s Kayleigh McEnany as the composed woman behind the podium, forcefully defending administration policy in the White House briefing room, sparring with reporters on live television, or navigating the relentless pressures of national politics.—
Kiara Moore,
The Washington Examiner,
17 May 2026
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Still, the designer’s schedule remains relentless.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
17 May 2026
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Hantavirus is typically spread through contact with infected rodents and can lead to severe respiratory illness, though cases remain rare, according to the WHO.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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Researchers found health disparities persisted across Texas, with some gaps appearing more severe than in other Southwestern states.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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“Hard-shell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hard-shell. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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