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as in substance
the basic elements from which something can be developed
She believes that love is the metal that binds us.
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as in strength
strength of spirit
The soldier showed his metal when held captive for several months.
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Recent Examples of metal
Osbourne has not performed a full show since 2018 as a result of a number of surgeries and a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease that has kept the 76-year-old metal legend off the stage for nearly seven years.
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 30 June 2025
Once the eggs are harvested, they’re gently rubbed over a metal screen to remove them from the fish’s ovaries, then rinsed, dried and salted before being packed away in blue tins.
—Kylie Williams, Miami Herald, 29 June 2025
Some Outdoor Furniture Although sturdy plastic, metal, or resin outdoor furniture is fine to pressure wash, pieces crafted from natural materials, such as wicker and teak, are much too delicate.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2025
Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2025
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 30 June 2025
Once the eggs are harvested, they’re gently rubbed over a metal screen to remove them from the fish’s ovaries, then rinsed, dried and salted before being packed away in blue tins.
—Kylie Williams, Miami Herald, 29 June 2025
Some Outdoor Furniture Although sturdy plastic, metal, or resin outdoor furniture is fine to pressure wash, pieces crafted from natural materials, such as wicker and teak, are much too delicate.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2025
Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for metal
Noun
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Friday offers a multi-perspective interrogation of substance use on the album, recounting the highs and lows and the gray area in between.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
9 July 2025
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Clinicians often prescribe medications used to treat similar disorders, such as substance use disorders.—
Wendy Wisner,
Health,
9 July 2025
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While the increasing trade deficit (exports minus imports) represents the strength of American buying power, the percentage of total trade that is an export (exports divided by total trade) represents billions in additional U.S. exports of soybeans, aircraft, medical devices and more.—
Ken Roberts,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Every arrest and every seizure disrupts transnational criminal groups and reflects the strength of interagency collaboration.—
Mark Michalek,
Denver Post,
28 June 2025
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The cover is also made from recycled materials that can withstand years of consistent use.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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The main box was filled with brown bags that contained the materials needed for each individual meal.—
Brittany Loggins,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 July 2025
Noun
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Eighth Round - Paul 10-9 (Paul 80-72) Paul’s stamina is still his biggest issue.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Both encounters precise use of parries, dodging, and strategic stamina management to overcome the enemy, and were easily the most riveting parts of the overall preview.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2025
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Moving is consistently considered one of the most stressful life events, and a lot of this has to do with the sheer amount of stuff involved.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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There would be nightclub stuff happening in the evenings.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2025
Noun
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There's more than enough power in the iPhone Pro and Pro Max models to allow macOS to run smoothly on the hardware.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Black and Brown communities already hold immense economic power.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Every one of the strikeouts Padres relief pitcher Jason Adam hurls matters.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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But before that could happen, some practical matters needed to be resolved.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
7 July 2025
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When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2025
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Debt holders will also exchange at least $145 million of their holdings into equity, with the potential to equitize up to a total of $337 million of existing debt.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
1 July 2025
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“Metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metal. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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