as in fire
a test of faith, patience, or strength
the hikers were finally rescued after a three-day ordeal in the wilderness
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Recent Examples of ordeal
Over the years, my closet got more and more stuffed—so much so that getting dressed would sometimes turn into a take-everything-out-and-toss-it-on-the-bed-to-find-that-V-neck-sweater ordeal.
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Amy Brightfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2025
Cristobal talked about his own program when he was asked about the ordeal with the Tennessee Volunteers.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Writing and directing with Garland, Mendoza took a uniquely forensic approach to the harrowing 24-hour ordeal, relying on the collective memories of everyone involved to achieve visceral authenticity.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 12 Apr. 2025
The meeting was the couple's only face-to-face time together during the whole ordeal.
—Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
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Amy Brightfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2025
Cristobal talked about his own program when he was asked about the ordeal with the Tennessee Volunteers.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Writing and directing with Garland, Mendoza took a uniquely forensic approach to the harrowing 24-hour ordeal, relying on the collective memories of everyone involved to achieve visceral authenticity.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 12 Apr. 2025
The meeting was the couple's only face-to-face time together during the whole ordeal.
—Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ordeal
Noun
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At this time, there is no data on the containment status of the fire and the cause has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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In the game, as well as in real life, striking flint on steel can start a fire.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The gauntlet begins with Monday’s road game in Dallas, where the Wild rallied late for a 3-2 overtime win on Dec. 27, in their first trip to the Lone Star State this season.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
23 Mar. 2025
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After overcoming what seemed to be a gauntlet of top coaches and programs, John Calipari seems to be back in peak March form, once again manning one of the top teams in the country.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Meta Platforms faces trial over allegations of illegally monopolizing social media by acquiring Instagram and WhatsApp.—
Jody Godoy,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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Combs had offered up to $50 million to wait for his trial from his home on Star Island, but prosecutors insisted the musician was a threat to witnesses and victims.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Paqueta’s performance was a factor behind West Ham restoring parity in the 86th minute, courtesy of Andy Robertson’s own goal from Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s cross.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Tonto from Harry and Tonto (1974) Art Carney won an Academy Award for his portrayal of a retiree who makes a cross country trip with his best friend, Tonto. 26.—
Devan Coggan,
EW.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Ordeal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ordeal. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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