as in sand
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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
Wyles Daniel, Sacbee.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Kristy currently runs the Girl Scouts of America with an iron fist and an eye to equity.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 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
The team also microencapsulates iron in-house, which provides greater control over flavor, stability and dispersion of the ingredient within the gummy.
—Wyles Daniel, Sacbee.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Kristy currently runs the Girl Scouts of America with an iron fist and an eye to equity.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 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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Their soils range from light volcanic sand to dense basalt rock, often layered with ash from relatively recent eruptions.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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As millions of former California residents have already concluded, that is something that no amount of sunshine, sand or Hollywood glitz and glamor can overcome.—
Adam B. Summers,
Oc Register,
24 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Enable Night Mode or Pro Mode, use the main camera lens, and stabilize the phone with a tripod or solid surface.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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In January 1986, cold temperatures compromised rubber O-ring seals on the solid rocket boosters of the space shuttle Challenger, which led to a tragic accident that claimed the lives of seven astronauts during the launch of the STS-51L mission.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Xavier Booker tied a season-high with eight boards.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
25 Jan. 2026
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Companies operating in sectors tied to land, water, minerals, and security often sit directly on fault lines where rights claims and economic goals collide.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
Noun
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As far as mental fortitude, Penix is the definition of it.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The person who has the fortitude to overcome multiple physical and mental challenges wins bragging rights, plus a hefty cash prize of $1 million.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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If possible, drive to a nearby sturdy building.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Jan. 2026
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
30 Jan. 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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The grit is hidden behind the gowns.—
Alice Newbold,
Vogue,
12 Jan. 2026
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Postseason football is defined by grit and narrow margins.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Neighbors are now calling for a stronger police presence beyond the campus itself.—
Chelsea Jones,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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The yen touched its strongest level since October in US trading Tuesday after comments from Japanese officials, including just recently the finance minister, fueled speculation that the government may intervene in the market to prevent the currency from resuming its decline.—
Mia Glass,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iron. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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