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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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The first photo in the carousel shows Hayek posing on the boat with her leg propped up on a metal railing.
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 27 Oct. 2024
The modern design combines wood and metal and features clean, sleek lines.
—Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2024
Amid conflict in the Middle East and doubt over the U.S. election, the precious metal has reached record highs, Greg McKenna reports.
—Nick Rockel, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2024
The couch is made from soft corduroy and the sturdy metal frame ensures your new couch lasts for years.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 24 Oct. 2024
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 27 Oct. 2024
The modern design combines wood and metal and features clean, sleek lines.
—Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2024
Amid conflict in the Middle East and doubt over the U.S. election, the precious metal has reached record highs, Greg McKenna reports.
—Nick Rockel, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2024
The couch is made from soft corduroy and the sturdy metal frame ensures your new couch lasts for years.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 24 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for metal
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“Metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metal. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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