as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a tried-and-true friend who has always been there for me
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Recent Examples of tried-and-true
Crop rotation is a traditional, tried-and-true gardening method for reducing plant diseases and pests naturally.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2026
Tap into your network Reaching out to friends and business connections to find employees is a tried-and-true strategy.
—Kat Boogaard, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2026
Even editor tried-and-true staples like belt bags and Align leggings are included.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
As revealed in a previous blog post, her tried-and-true solution uses just two ingredients.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2026
Tap into your network Reaching out to friends and business connections to find employees is a tried-and-true strategy.
—Kat Boogaard, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2026
Even editor tried-and-true staples like belt bags and Align leggings are included.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
As revealed in a previous blog post, her tried-and-true solution uses just two ingredients.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tried-and-true
Adjective
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This Oxo spinner remains one of the most reliable options, with a smooth pump mechanism and sturdy construction that holds up better than most.—
Jennifer Zyman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Apr. 2026
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In his first varsity season, the junior infielder/pitcher has developed into a reliable reliever for the Warriors.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Moon moves through your 1st House of Identity, bringing focus back to what’s true for you.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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While that’s still true, some of these rising players are feeling the pain of fickle production, too.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With the naked eye and especially through good binoculars, its conjunction with a slender crescent moon on May 18 will be very pleasing to see.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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May 21 – June 20 A good idea turns into real progress faster than expected.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Musk cofounded OpenAI as a nonprofit dedicated to creating safe AI, but Altman later launched a for-profit subsidiary and is now gearing up for an IPO.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Albanese noted that despite concluding that risks to Australian Jews were rising, the report found that no urgent changes were required to keep Australians safe.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This is a solid and affordable Ethernet cable that is sufficient for most homes.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Combined with flexible plan options and solid customer support, Cinch is a reliable choice for anyone seeking affordable home warranties without sacrificing quality.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Tried-and-true.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tried-and-true. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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