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noun

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Recent Examples of trusty
Adjective
The victory defied the trusty formula that leads to wins in the modern NBA. Andrew Greif, NBC news, 14 June 2025 Before his death in 2014 at age 88, Di Stefano was usually present at those events, with his trusty walking stick under his arm. Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 12 June 2025
Noun
The one old-fashioned, low-tech method that most people have success with is the trusty to-do list. Allie Volpe, Vox, 6 Jan. 2025 Grandma's favorite time-saving trick is to rely on the trusty the slow-cooker to make sweet, tender onions that require little to no stirring. Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for trusty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trusty
Adjective
  • As such, trees grown from seed provide a reliable and affordable (free) option for backyard growers.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
  • Beyond simply offering a competent and reliable service, however, Lazarus knew that the repair process needed to be streamlined with a client-centric approach from start to finish.
    Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • Here's how Xfinity's plans, prices and offerings stack up against AT&T's offerings, and the pros and cons of each provider.
    Kara McGinley, USA Today, 25 June 2025
  • Pros & cons Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority PassTM Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge® by The Club with two guests.
    Ryley Amond, CNBC, 24 June 2025
Adjective
  • But while the South gets most of the spotlight, the true magic lies further away.
    Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
  • Natural Rugs Not all natural fibers belong in nature, and that is especially true of popular rug materials like jute and sisal.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
Noun
  • Directed by Stoller and starring Ferrell, the comedy, which is currently filming, follows a young convict fresh out of prison (Zac Efron) who takes a reality TV courtroom hostage blaming the megalomaniac TV judge (Ferrell) for a past ruling that the convict feels ruined his life.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 24 June 2025
  • According to guidelines from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), which oversees the state prisons, they are required to identify convicts who may be subject to deportation within 90 days of them entering the prison system.
    Sean Emery, Oc Register, 20 June 2025
Adjective
  • Within that world, the film will follow other characters, including a younger player struggling to juggle soccer and her day job, and Shirley’s rival, the daughter of a famous player trying her best to reconcile her feelings for a teammate.
    Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 24 June 2025
  • By constantly rethinking how the world functions and how best to protect the natural environment, Lombard Odier IM has positioned itself as a guide for achieving long-term, sustainable growth.
    Judith Magyar, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Noun
  • Her jumpsuit is a couture twist on the cartoonish striped getup of a jailbird.
    Jemal Polson, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
  • Becomes a jailbird at a high-security zoo after he’s caught, with the newest Wallace & Gromit film, Vengeance Most Fowl, finding Feathers, all these years later, hell-bent on getting even with the duo who locked him up.
    Devon Ivie, Vulture, 6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Boozman’s committee was responsible for drafting legislation affecting nutrition assistance and agriculture programs.
    Alex Thomas, Arkansas Online, 24 June 2025
  • It should be noted that FedEx was ultimately responsible for the successful distribution of roughly half of all COVID-19 vaccines in the United States.
    Marc Benioff, Time, 24 June 2025
Adjective
  • Lawmakers in the state have been making progress on introducing safer card technology for SNAP recipients.
    Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
  • Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 18 June 2025

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“Trusty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trusty. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.

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