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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
Foreign metals can even carry bacteria into the body and could trigger an allergic reaction in some consumers.
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Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Rare earth metals are primarily mined in California at the Mountain Pass Mine.
—Sahit Muja, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Additionally, electronics contain valuable metals, which should be recycled.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
His firm, de Giulio Design, includes a Chicago studio and a Michigan metal crafts studio.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 31 Dec. 2024
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Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Rare earth metals are primarily mined in California at the Mountain Pass Mine.
—Sahit Muja, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Additionally, electronics contain valuable metals, which should be recycled.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
His firm, de Giulio Design, includes a Chicago studio and a Michigan metal crafts studio.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 31 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for metal
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Almost everyone Sanders associated with in the NFL saw the style initially but the substance eventually.David Ubben, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Some substances released when plastics and other materials are burnt may increase the risk of certain cancers when inhaled—such as benzene or formaldehyde.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Feelings of despair and hopelessness prevail but there is also a vast amount of strength and a want to do something to help.Dana Feldman, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Over the past few years, the strength of the U.S. economy and the job market have surprised almost everyone.PAUL WISEMAN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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This material was created by Thielen & Associates, Inc. for use by Forbes and does not represent the views and opinions of Avantax Wealth Management or its subsidiaries.Paula Thielen, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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However, the city’s archaeologist, Adrian Espinosa-Valdor, told the board that the intent behind the plan from the start has been to keep all materials from the dig close to home.Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
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Large-bodied and strong, at 6-5, 235 pounds, Ortiz should have the stamina to withstand the rigors of an entire season at the big league level.Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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For someone who has played sparingly, Adams’ endurance and stamina were noteworthy.Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Her own childhood could have been the stuff of an Audiard movie.Julian Sancton, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Jan. 2025
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Make sure to get a good sear on the beef tips in the skillet, and don't skimp on the sour cream. get the recipe 03 of 21 Old-Fashioned Chicken And Dumplings Classic chicken 'n dumplings epitomizes quintessential Southern cuisine, combining all the good stuff in one singular bowl.Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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This phrase was surely profound the first time someone used it—an image of a wild horse being tamed into a harness so all its power can be channeled into human hands.Helen Croydon, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Just as once upon a time books were brought From Constantinople to the northern lands, The voices of wise men in the wild lands Will become a source of creative power.Czeslaw Milosz, The New Yorker, 6 Jan. 2025
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Two weeks ago Sauer filed an unusual friend-of-the-court brief in the pending TikTok case which urges the justices to put the matter on hold and allow the new president time to work out a deal.David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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The lawsuit claims the city never entered into a contract or agreement with the Richard Mays Law Firm to represent the city in the matter, meaning the money paid by the city was performed solely for the benefit of the 18 residents, not the city.Tom Sissom, arkansasonline.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Hypothetical Scenarios Of Harm The potential for future harm is significant.Aaron Mendes, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Competition Appearances Minutes Played Premier League 1 45 FA Cup 1 39 Carabao Cup 1 90 Community Shield 1 31 Collyer impressed against Arsenal but a limited sample size of games means predicting his potential comes with caveats.Carl Anka, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metal. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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