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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
The Pizza Plate is a reusable metal tray that uses heat retention to re-crisp the bottom of your slice, restoring that golden, crunchy crust every pizza lover craves.
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ABC News, 9 May 2026
Most conventional battery electrolytes are designed to strongly solvate metal ions to assist their movement through the liquid.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 9 May 2026
Oil shocks stemming from the Iran war have already caused pain at the gas pump for American drivers, but Groton said supply chain disruptions for fertilizers, metals, and freight risk making groceries, housing, and other consumer goods more expensive the longer the conflict drags on.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 9 May 2026
The Uproot Cleaner Pro is a pet hair remover with a straight metal edge.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
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ABC News, 9 May 2026
Most conventional battery electrolytes are designed to strongly solvate metal ions to assist their movement through the liquid.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 9 May 2026
Oil shocks stemming from the Iran war have already caused pain at the gas pump for American drivers, but Groton said supply chain disruptions for fertilizers, metals, and freight risk making groceries, housing, and other consumer goods more expensive the longer the conflict drags on.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 9 May 2026
The Uproot Cleaner Pro is a pet hair remover with a straight metal edge.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for metal
Noun
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The proceeds will go toward the nonprofit, which seeks to support people living with addiction and move past the stigma that surrounds substance use abuse disorder.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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On 2016’s The Sun’s Tirade, Rashad detailed recent experiences of substance abuse and depression.—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
Pitchfork,
6 May 2026
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No Wolves player scored more than 12 points on a night the Spurs’ swarming defense created too much havoc too allow Minnesota to exploit its advantages in size and strength.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
7 May 2026
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While other safeties have had success with that small frame, the Dolphins must learn if Taaffe has the strength and tackling ability to bring opponents down consistently as the team’s last line of defense on just about every single play.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Dylan Sherman,
Arkansas Online,
7 May 2026
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Junkanoo revelry is dedicated to the dead, and here Munroe commemorates Beadle through a series of paintings depicting a memorial procession based on photographs by the Bahamian photographer Jackson Petit, as well as through Beadle’s material legacy.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Training to Be Ellie Houston The performance has been months in the making, with Ellie deep in rehearsals and training to get her stamina half-time ready.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
9 May 2026
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Used for stress, focus, fatigue, and stamina (NCCIH).—
Ryan Brennan
May 6,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 May 2026
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The Crusaders’ block added five solo stuffs in the third game, slowing down Herzer and Fleming while also giving the home team some momentum.—
Justin Vigil Zuniga,
Daily News,
10 May 2026
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But yeah, trying to maybe work on stuff during the week, throwing a lot and a lot of high-intent throws.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Bedside power outlets and ceiling fans add to the convenience.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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The Avs finally got on the board via their second power-play chance on a Nathan MacKinnon goal that had an Artturi Lehkonen vibe to it.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
10 May 2026
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The measure will not change the LAPD’s policy but requires the Police Commission to take up the matter.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The employees’ union interpreted this initiative as an assault on local and subject-matter expertise.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Children are seen as neither a treasure nor the future flag bearers of this country’s immense potential and responsibility.—
Randi Weingarten,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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Along with the launch of its chatbot for clinicians last month, OpenAI also published a wish list that the company described as a blueprint for unlocking AI’s potential to change the broader health care system.—
Brittany Trang,
STAT,
6 May 2026
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“Metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metal. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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