1
as in logical
based on sound reasoning or information
the only solid conclusion that the jury could have reached
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2
as in hard
having a consistency that does not easily yield to pressure
the ice cream is too solid to scoop right now
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as in self
having or consisting of a single color
both kittens are black, but one has a solid coat and the other has a few white patches
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as in strong
not showing weakness or uncertainty
some people see a solid handshake as a sign of strong character
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a solid source of information to reporters
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Recent Examples of solid
Business owners already understand the importance of creating a solid business plan from the get-go.
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Hanneke Antonelli, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
There are a number of solid styles and brands on the market, but this Samonsite model has received thousands of five-star reviews, with many shoppers noting its expandable features and durability.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025
The Waterfront has had a solid run since its debut, starting at #1 and continuing until this dethroning that was always going to happen.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Queen Plus Linen Drawstring Shorts A pair of easy-to-throw-on linen shorts is crucial to a solid summer wardrobe.
—Amber Love Bond, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2025
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Hanneke Antonelli, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
There are a number of solid styles and brands on the market, but this Samonsite model has received thousands of five-star reviews, with many shoppers noting its expandable features and durability.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025
The Waterfront has had a solid run since its debut, starting at #1 and continuing until this dethroning that was always going to happen.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Queen Plus Linen Drawstring Shorts A pair of easy-to-throw-on linen shorts is crucial to a solid summer wardrobe.
—Amber Love Bond, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solid
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Goldman: The Winnipeg Jets and Wild are logical picks here, although neither team really improved this summer.—
The Athletic NHL Staff,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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There is no logical reason why you should not be entitled to retroactive benefit payments.—
Elliot Raphaelson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Sandoval has received some pay bumps, including a temporary $10,000-a-year bonus for Hawaii special education teachers designed to alleviate shortages in that and other hard-to-staff areas.—
Alia Wong,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2023
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Whether those numbers are an overstatement, or possibly an understatement, is hard to say.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
13 Feb. 2023
Adjective
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The women's brains showed a clear divide between the areas of the brain activated by self and non-self MHCs.—
Breanna Draxler,
Discover Magazine,
24 Jan. 2013
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An inspector’s notes also stated there were cardboard containers on the floor, a non-self closing restroom door, no training documentation for the staff.—
Pam McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
28 Feb. 2023
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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Best Buy Here's proof that reliable tracking doesn't have to be expensive.—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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The stable coherence properties of neutral atoms facilitate the reliable extraction and preservation of atomic imprints.—
Pravir Malik,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Isolated locations could face a reasonable worst-case scenario of five to seven inches or more, according to the weather service.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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There were a few reasonable opinion drafts, a couple of speeches with a Q&A transcribed, and one very excellent and complete essay on civil rights.—
Ezra Fox
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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During his outing, in which Strickland struck out one batter in a scoreless inning, the 36-year-old said the stiff sensation in his arm got worse, causing the IL stint.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 July 2025
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Tackling mountain roads was a real treat in this AMG; steering response and weight were solid, and while too stiff in its most hardcore setting, damping made the experience wonderfully engaging and confidence-inspiring.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Rub a little neutral oil (like vegetable oil) on the hamburger patties to jump-start the frying process.—
Li Goldstein,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 July 2025
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Think neutral sheet sets and nightstands with clean lines to keep the headboard as the center of attention.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
14 July 2025
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“Solid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solid. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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