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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
Featuring a slim, bucket seat and metal legs, the design suits a number of styles, from industrial to farmhouse.
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Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
27 June 2026
Making matters worse, Christophe has a spinal condition that requires him to wear a massive metal back brace 24/7, turning him into a pre-teen metal monster.
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Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2026
Clark had a collection of par saves around the turn as Scottie Scheffler was making a move and poured it on with a fairway metal to get within four feet for eagle on the par-five 16th for an even-par 70 that gave him a six-shot lead.
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Doug Ferguson,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
The agency said no significant levels of toxic metals were observed.
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Sydney Barragan,
Daily News,
20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for metal
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
27 June 2026
Making matters worse, Christophe has a spinal condition that requires him to wear a massive metal back brace 24/7, turning him into a pre-teen metal monster.
—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2026
Clark had a collection of par saves around the turn as Scottie Scheffler was making a move and poured it on with a fairway metal to get within four feet for eagle on the par-five 16th for an even-par 70 that gave him a six-shot lead.
—
Doug Ferguson,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
The agency said no significant levels of toxic metals were observed.
—
Sydney Barragan,
Daily News,
20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for metal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for metal
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Haney painted the prosecution’s case as heavy on circumstance but light on substance.
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Public relations first, substance second and winning will magically come if the baseball gods grant it.
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The study was small, and follow-up research has not yet confirmed those results with the same strength.
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Draw upon your well of strength.
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There are also several design iterations, like options with awnings over the front door or skylights, as well as different materials, including cotton.
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This pair is made from organic cotton and spandex, creating a comfortable material that moves with you.
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Be honest about your age, health and stamina.
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In Taurus, however, the red planet trades speed for stamina.
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Peterson gave credit to catcher Carson Kelly’s game calling, which required the two getting up to speed quickly without the lefty having thrown a bullpen that would’ve given Kelly an idea in person of how his stuff moves.
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Colombia has new stuff to give to the world.
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To put these figures in perspective, the entire city of San Francisco consumes about 1 gigawatt of power.
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The Hermosa Beach Pier closed Sunday morning after a truck collided with nearby power lines.
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The news comes as Lackland Air Force Base in Texas — home to the Air Force's Basic Military Training program — grapples with a flu outbreak that has infected 275 people in recent weeks, a congressional staffer with knowledge of the matter told CBS News.
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To make matters worse, microbiome testing has gotten cheaper and faster, but not more accurate.
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This kind of shallow quake is typically felt more intensely and carries greater potential for surface damage.
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There's a potential for arm wrestles and camaraderie at some point.
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“Metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metal. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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