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Recent Examples of ironclad
Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
Jessie Buckley, an ironclad lock, earned Hamnet’s sole trophy in Best Actress, while Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein cleaned up in the craft categories but was a nonfactor anywhere else.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 9 Mar. 2026
Even so, there are signs that the ironclad hold has begun to fray, at least a bit.
—Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
And then, of course, there’s Rimowa, the hyper-popular German maker known for its rolling aluminum trunks—and ironclad lifetime guarantee.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
Jessie Buckley, an ironclad lock, earned Hamnet’s sole trophy in Best Actress, while Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein cleaned up in the craft categories but was a nonfactor anywhere else.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
First launched in January 1862 from Greenpoint, New York, the Monitor was the U.S. Navy's prototype ironclad warship, designed to counter a Confederate ironclad ship called the CSS Virginia, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 9 Mar. 2026
Even so, there are signs that the ironclad hold has begun to fray, at least a bit.
—Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ironclad
Adjective
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The powerful monetary incentives provided to our politicians and their PACs have compelled legislative compliance to their global agenda.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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The company said powerful AI systems require enormous computing resources, most of which still depend on chips designed by American and allied firms.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The warship has seen its past missions extended.—
Peter Suciu,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2026
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For the first time, officials confirmed that the large warship will use nuclear power and act as a heavily armed command ship for future naval operations.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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With unwavering resolve, Salvador musters an eclectic band of misfit street kids, led by the spirited Belén, to challenge the unyielding threads of destiny and protect Carmen from inevitable doom.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
12 May 2026
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The term signifies an unyielding toughness, and decals featuring nails are affixed to batting helmets for players’ positive achievements.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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For those escaping to Philadelphia from regions nearer to Pennsylvania, clandestine travel by small boat or by road was more likely than stowing away on a steamship.—
Jeremy Mennis,
The Conversation,
1 May 2026
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Scheidt’s family were members of the German-Jewish bourgeoisie (a distant cousin, Albert Ballin, was general director of what became the world’s largest steamship line).—
Andrew Silow-Carroll,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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However, the dismantling of the once-mighty stock market will create many succulent opportunities, many of which will prove irresistible to foreign predators.—
Clem Chambers,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The mighty tortoise, its feet dangling, didn't seem to mind much.—
Alina Hartounian,
NPR,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Throughout the large tanker’s journey, its location tracker was off.—
Adina Renner,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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The spokesperson, Asghar Jahangir, did not explicitly refer to the tanker seized on Thursday.—
Melanie Lidman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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With flat soles, light textures, and a smooth fit, preppy loafers are a solid option for long days on your feet, from theme park trips to office days.—
Aaron Royce,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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He was banged up by playoff time but posted 23 goals last season and was a solid bottom-six forward.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Albeit pricey, this packable dry steamer produces a finer vapor that is also highly antimicrobial.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
15 May 2026
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No further specifics were revealed during the steamer’s Upfronts presentation on Wednesday.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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“Ironclad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ironclad. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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