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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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Recent Examples of metal
The Felicity 10' Wide tiny house is based on a triple-axle trailer and is finished in tongue and groove cedar siding, plus metal, and is topped by a metal roof.
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Adam Williams, New Atlas, 29 Dec. 2024
By ensuring that satellites burn up entirely during reentry, this innovation reduces the accumulation of harmful metal particles in Earth's upper atmosphere.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
Analysis of the site suggests the community buried its dead in the lake between 1040 and 780 B.C.E., then added metal jewelry like beads and pendants during later rituals.
—Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
This includes metals like cast iron, and stainless steel.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024
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Adam Williams, New Atlas, 29 Dec. 2024
By ensuring that satellites burn up entirely during reentry, this innovation reduces the accumulation of harmful metal particles in Earth's upper atmosphere.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
Analysis of the site suggests the community buried its dead in the lake between 1040 and 780 B.C.E., then added metal jewelry like beads and pendants during later rituals.
—Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
This includes metals like cast iron, and stainless steel.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for metal
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Sickle cell disease arises from errors in a gene that makes hemoglobin, the substance that carries oxygen throughout the body and gives red blood cells their color.Emily Mullin, WIRED, 23 Dec. 2024
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The study found that there were declines across substances.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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The result is a boat that delivers high strength and rigidity, but with light weight.Howard Walker, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2024
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Precipitation type and impacts will largely depend on the strength and track of the low.Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 30 Dec. 2024
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The bed sheets are crafted from breathable material that wicks away sweat and moisture, keeping even hot sleepers comfortable through the night.Maggie Horton, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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Whether through spending time with loved ones, engaging in personal passions, or simply resting, this renewal is essential for maintaining the stamina needed to lead effectively.Bryce Hoffman, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Restoring iron to your body can help relieve depression, reduce migraines, improve stamina and boost energy.Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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If your bowl is too deep, dense spices will sink to the bottom, meaning that guests will be dipping into a lot of plain oil before getting down to the good stuff (which will be highly concentrated once that oil disappears).Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
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This was box office youth parading its stuff, knowing and trusting technique against the best.Tim Ellis, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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The government typically classifies border protection, medical care, air traffic control, law enforcement, and power grid maintenance as essential.Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 19 Dec. 2024
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Texas is generating by far the most electricity from wind power and is fast deploying battery energy storage.Ella Nilsen, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
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At a lunch on Monday with members of the press, President Joan Laporta spoke on the matter and attempted to put minds at rest.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Hargis, 48, resigned from Wilson County Schools in 2017 while suspended on an unrelated matter.Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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According to the American Meteor Society, Quadrantids have the potential to be the strongest shower of the year, When To See The Quadrantid Meteor Shower Peak Dr. Balaji explained that the best time to view the Quadrantids will be from late night on January 3 to dawn on January 4, 2025.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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The empty notebook becomes not just a symbol of potential but a lifeline to sanity, while the black milk represents not just personal fear but post-memory, an illustration of generations of women who dared to be both mothers and creators.Fidan Cheikosman, JSTOR Daily, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metal. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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