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as in solid
not showing weakness or uncertainty
he had an iron determination to succeed in on Wall Street
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as in to tie
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Recent Examples of iron
Alex Crisp, The Conversation, 17 Feb. 2026
Red and Processed Meats Lean meats are a good source of iron and other minerals.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2021
For my anti-iron lifestyle, the Nori is a clear winner.
—Rachel Besser, Vogue, 20 Aug. 2021
Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
The device has two heated plates that steam or iron both sides of a garment simultaneously—no ironing board necessary.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 18 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Low-income and rural women are often missing out on nutrients such as calcium, iron, folate and choline.
—Alex Crisp, The Conversation, 17 Feb. 2026
Red and Processed Meats Lean meats are a good source of iron and other minerals.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Following its acquisition by Marks & Spencer in 1988, Brooks Brothers gradually tweaked its most famous offering, introducing non-iron fabrics, slimmer fits and a lined and fused collar.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2021
For my anti-iron lifestyle, the Nori is a clear winner.
—Rachel Besser, Vogue, 20 Aug. 2021
Verb
However, a professional cleaner will wash, starch, and iron a dress shirt.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
The device has two heated plates that steam or iron both sides of a garment simultaneously—no ironing board necessary.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 18 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for iron
Noun
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This resort stands on the edge of Aruba, specifically on Eagle Beach, where the crystal-clear water and white sands have earned it the reputation of being one of the best beaches in the world.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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In addition, strong winds over desert areas could result in briefly lowered visibilities to well under a mile at times in blowing dust or blowing sand.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Gators snapped a six-game home losing streak to Kentucky with a solid 92-83 win on Saturday in front of the second-largest crowd in O'Connell Center history.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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Crafted of solid marble, the primary bath’s 18th-century French tub had to be craned through the windows.—
Christine Lennon,
Architectural Digest,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Richardo Gonzalez and Justin Leonard are tied for third, four shots behind Toms.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
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Second baseman Cole Cramer singled to score Franco and tie the game.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Alas, the reality of sports demands that true greatness is measured only on the biggest stage, where the physical strength and innate talent gifted to every superior athlete takes a backseat to mental fortitude.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
14 Feb. 2026
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That probably takes as much strength and fortitude as taking a knee when no one else will.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Limiting Saturn enters your 2nd House of Resources and Self-Worth, encouraging careful budgets and sturdy values.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Look for strong sturdy leaves that have a nice shape and that are rooted well in the soil.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Riffing on celebratory holiday spreads from her childhood, Michelle Ashurov (Reverie Deli) trusses a savory caterpillar with swirling blini, herbed butter, and trout roe.—
Ingu Chen,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 Dec. 2025
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To make carving even easier, remove the wishbone, stuffing or trussing.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
26 Nov. 2025
Noun
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For a hardy dinner, serve up a healthy helping of crispy Brussel sprouts alongside a nice piece of salmon over grits or polenta.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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For the spring Talladega race weekend, Jack Link’s was one of Legacy’s primary sponsors, compelling Ha to incorporate beef snacks into her menu by crumbling them atop grits.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The sport, therefore, has a strong relationship with the military, with troops in such environments regularly skinning up mountains before skiing back down.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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Officers reportedly detected a strong odor of alcohol emanating from the driver, later identified as Lisboa.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iron. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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