as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
movie cowboys always get on their trusty horses and ride off into the sunset
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Recent Examples of trusty
Henry Flynn, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Santa Claus, a trusty elf, Spiderman, Captain Marvel and other superheroes, were hoisted by local fire trucks on Wednesday morning to offer well wishes to the patients and workers who awaited their arrival.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 25 Dec. 2024
Christy Piña, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Oct. 2024
Adding to their misery, meals were served out of two big steel pails pushed around on a cart by a couple of trusties.
—Richard Selcer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2024
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Adjective
But the man himself, Arne Slot, hasn’t torn up the trusty playbook.
—Henry Flynn, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Santa Claus, a trusty elf, Spiderman, Captain Marvel and other superheroes, were hoisted by local fire trucks on Wednesday morning to offer well wishes to the patients and workers who awaited their arrival.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 25 Dec. 2024
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James Gunn revealed that the Man of Steel’s trusty, four-legged sidekick will be making his way to the big screen in Superman.
—Christy Piña, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Oct. 2024
Adding to their misery, meals were served out of two big steel pails pushed around on a cart by a couple of trusties.
—Richard Selcer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2024
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Whether the goal is a reliable pair for occasional trips to snowy mountains or daily use on icy city streets, the right boot can make all the difference.Avery Stone, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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Her exodus leaves the network without one of its most notable faces and viewers without a reliable morningside companion.Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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While behind bars for one of his many cons, Steven falls in love with Phillip Morris, played by Ewan McGregor.Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
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Ellis is back on the police force after Max got away with an elaborate con worth millions during the season finale.Gabriela Silva, TVLine, 6 Jan. 2025
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But the flip side is also true: Nothing would be more harmful than letting the Small Business Deduction disappear at the end of the year.John E. Kelly Jr., Baltimore Sun, 15 Jan. 2025
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By staying true to her own experiences, her music naturally encourages others to embrace courage, authenticity, and a childlike sense of wonder—an organic process that defines the heart of her artistic contribution.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 15 Jan. 2025
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Notably, the Supreme Court ruled in 1927 that a president may grant reprieves and pardons without the convict's consent.Landon Mion, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Bart Jansen: Pardon power comes down through English law and the tradition that allowed the king to extend mercy for convicts.Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
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Unfortunately, despite her best efforts, Cunanan answered correctly and clinched the win with a final score of $19,400.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Bottomless mimosas are only a good value after your fourth mimosa, and most teens are plenty tanked after two.JiJi Lee, The New Yorker, 7 Jan. 2025
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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
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When Canton jailbird selectman Chris Albert did six months in prison in 1994 for a hit-and-run homicide, who was his lawyer? A. Judge Auntie Bev B. Meatball Morrissey C. Auntie Bev’s brother D. Adam Lally 2.Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 14 July 2024
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The club is also responsible for any medical or dental costs associated with treating any injuries suffered at camp.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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Burchett suggested that the U.S. State Department had been responsible for this, under Democrat President 's administration.Chloe Mayer, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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Leslie Montgomery’s home on the eastern edge of Caldwell was supposed to be a safe harbor for her and her three children.Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 13 Jan. 2025
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Potential Side Effects and Considerations Creatine is generally regarded as safe for the average healthy adult, but excess consumption may lead to negative side effects.Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD, Health, 13 Jan. 2025
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“Trusty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trusty. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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