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adjective

Definition of ironcladnext
as in powerful

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noun

as in warship

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Recent Examples of ironclad
Adjective
Everyone has a plan, sure, and sometimes an ironclad belief in their motivations for that plan, but something always twists itself into a messy little knot in the execution. — Brian Grubb, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026 Democrats are hopeful that the disparate party turnout could signal a grim outlook for Republicans’ ironclad control of state politics. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 6 Aug. 2026
Noun
Bound by ironclad nondisclosure agreements, Madison reveals that Facebook leadership was well aware of the platform’s harmful effects on teens — and its knowing proliferation of misinformation, which contributed to acts of political violence. — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 14 Apr. 2026 The ironclad’s tenure at sea was short-lived, however. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ironclad
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ironclad
  1. powerful
  2. warship
  3. unyielding
  4. steamship
  5. mighty
  6. tanker
  7. solid
  8. steamer
Adjective
  • Musk's showpiece rocket -- the biggest and most powerful ever built -- carried 26 of the latest Starlinks to join the 11,000 older models already providing internet service.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The Southeastern Conference and the Big Ten, two of the most powerful college sports conferences, initially opposed the bill, but later voiced support after negotiations with lawmakers.
    — Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of powerful
Noun
  • North Korea has intensified tensions with a series of military displays this month, including short-range ballistic missile launches, live-fire missile and artillery exercises, and the commissioning of a new warship.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Earlier this week, Denmark accused a Russian warship of firing two emergency flares at a Danish military helicopter over the Baltic Sea.
    — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of warship
Adjective
  • His unyielding tongue-in-cheek career narrative touches on craftsmanship, luxury and nihilism.
    — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Wingard confirms that remnants of the organization are very much behind Onslaught’s more unyielding super-soldier program.
    — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of unyielding
Noun
  • Passenger boats have not passed through these parts since the days of the steamship petered all the way out some 60 years ago.
    — Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The paperboard card could be used to buy airline, steamship and cruise tickets, but the balance had to be paid in full each month.
    — USA Today, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of steamship
Adjective
  • A day will surely dawn when those who sought refuge in the long shadow of American bullying—believing that mimicking the language of the mighty could shield them from the claws of power—will stand bare before the truth.
    — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The 2026 Honda Passport stands out because of its mighty V6 engine, spacious cabin and cargo area and rugged styling.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of mighty
Noun
  • Police said a white Peterbilt semi truck driving north with a tractor and tanker trailer struck the pedestrian.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2026
  • In response, the Saudis redirected Asia shipments northwest to the Mediterranean, either through the Suez Canal or — for tankers too big to use it — a pipeline across Egypt to another tanker.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of tanker
Adjective
  • Some really solid casting there in evoking, but not mimicking, either Faist or Abbott.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
  • For dinner, there are five solid options, each with its own distinct menu and mood.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of solid
Noun
  • The 12-piece set includes two sauce pans, two skillets, a saute pan, a stockpot, and a steamer insert with lids.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2026
  • For floors, a combination vacuum/floor steamer saves time and cleans well.
    — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of steamer

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