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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
The leaders reaffirmed their ironclad commitment to ensuring that Iran never has nuclear weapons. — Mark Osborne, CBS News, 29 July 2026 Although idol contracts remain ironclad (as seen by the backlash to NewJeans’ attempts to leave), there are now more options for idols who choose not to renew once their contract period is up. — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 8 July 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
  • Bonnell has previously shown the larger 902, which is expected to become the more powerful flagship of the company's e-Moto range.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
  • This quietly powerful exploration of familial bonds across generations is a story of finding hope and the importance of a home.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of powerful
Noun
  • Paint has worn off and the metal underneath is rusted on the 1,092-foot warship, which is one of the largest in the world.
    — Mosheh Gains, NBC news, 2 Sep. 2026
  • However, the prolonged deployment raised concerns amid reports of health issues, deteriorating conditions aboard the warship, and low morale.
    — Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of warship
Adjective
  • While his on-field production for Philadelphia has been disappointing, his strong, unyielding personality continues to define his long career.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • But what differentiates them from some of their peers is the unyielding pace of their live shows, all of it delivered with the grinning joy of playing rock ‘n’ roll.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of unyielding
Noun
  • Most reached the region by steamship to Skagway or nearby Dyea, Alaska, before attempting to cross the Coast Mountains via the White Pass or Chilkoot trails.
    — Bailey Berg, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The ferry also stops on Ellis Island, part of the national park, and is famous for processing more than 12 million immigrant steamship passengers through its federal immigration station from 1892 to 1954.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of steamship
Adjective
  • Anything larger would’ve been biting off more than even mighty Roman, with its panoramic field of view, could readily chew.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Himalayan build-out The Himalayan landmass rises from shifting fault lines and is sliced by mighty rivers that are fed by glaciers.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of mighty
Noun
  • With tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz slowed to a crawl, the price of Brent crude climbed from a prewar close of about $72 a barrel to as high as nearly $120.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Another tanker was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting inbound in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, using the southern lane along the Omani coast, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations.
    — Anniek Bao,Garrett Downs, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of tanker
Adjective
  • Made with solid brush fibers, the applicator combs and controls the placement of the product so the finish is clump-free.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Minasian didn’t deny that there have been problems in the ninth inning, and his larger point was that the Giants have solid relievers who can be part of a good bullpen.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of solid
Noun
  • For floors, a combination vacuum/floor steamer saves time and cleans well.
    — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Made from lightweight, stretchy nylon and spandex fabric, it can be worn right out of your suitcase without having to break out a steamer.
    — Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of steamer

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