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
Pick up favorite rereads; a tried-and-true book or essay or story.
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Kristen Arnett, Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
The toy combines fascinating technology with tried-and-true Lego builds.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
Embracing a visual vocabulary of the lowbrow and the rudimentary is a tried-and-true method of rebelling against a culture that feels vapid or corporatized.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 6 May 2026
Valentini was a top prospect through minor hockey who decided to take the tried-and-true Chicago Steel to Michigan Wolverines path before CHL eligibility opened up.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 4 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for tried-and-true
Kristen Arnett, Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
The toy combines fascinating technology with tried-and-true Lego builds.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
Embracing a visual vocabulary of the lowbrow and the rudimentary is a tried-and-true method of rebelling against a culture that feels vapid or corporatized.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 6 May 2026
Valentini was a top prospect through minor hockey who decided to take the tried-and-true Chicago Steel to Michigan Wolverines path before CHL eligibility opened up.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tried-and-true
Adjective
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Julian Champagnie took over Harrison Barnes’ starting spot in San Antonio and has been an athletic upgrade who is durable and reliable while providing accurate volume shooting.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Each of these shifts depend on market data that is reliable, licensed and machine-readable in ways legacy infrastructure was not built to deliver.—
Mike Cahill,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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Rarely were there any true freaks, which was where their sideshow stood out.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Occupying four townhouses, its two-year refurbishment by award-winning architects Holland Harvey and interior designers Studio Est and Studio Mica has created something warm and true to its heritage yet modern, nature-focused and committed to social impact.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
Adjective
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Guests don’t even need to leave the Torre Virreyes building to dine at a few other top restaurants in the area, including the aforementioned Carmela y Sal, which has one of the city’s best tasting menus.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Shohei Ohtani also put together good at-bats.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Opting for a midi-length dress is a safe choice that will feel polished without missing the mark.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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However, there is no definitive national ranking from 2013 showing Los Angeles and New York City tied as the safest big cities in the country.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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With flat soles, light textures, and a smooth fit, preppy loafers are a solid option for long days on your feet, from theme park trips to office days.—
Aaron Royce,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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He was banged up by playoff time but posted 23 goals last season and was a solid bottom-six forward.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
19 May 2026
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“Tried-and-true.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tried-and-true. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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