as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a tried-and-true friend who has always been there for me
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Recent Examples of tried-and-true
Valentini was a top prospect through minor hockey who decided to take the tried-and-true Chicago Steel to Michigan Wolverines path before CHL eligibility opened up.
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Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Why Baking Soda Is Best For Grout Like white vinegar, baking soda tends to be a tried-and-true household cleaner for it's effectiveness at removing dirt and grime.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Another one of my mom's tried-and-true matching sets from Amazon is the Sampeel Two-piece Lounge Set, which features a more sophisticated mock neckline for additional coverage and comfort.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
Here are their tried-and-true methods.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
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Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Why Baking Soda Is Best For Grout Like white vinegar, baking soda tends to be a tried-and-true household cleaner for it's effectiveness at removing dirt and grime.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Another one of my mom's tried-and-true matching sets from Amazon is the Sampeel Two-piece Lounge Set, which features a more sophisticated mock neckline for additional coverage and comfort.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
Here are their tried-and-true methods.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tried-and-true
Adjective
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Name what works, define one agreement, and build from something that feels stable and reliable.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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As markets continue to adjust, gold coins are expected to maintain their position as a reliable store of value.—
Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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The Moon moves through your 1st House of Identity, bringing focus back to what’s true for you.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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While that’s still true, some of these rising players are feeling the pain of fickle production, too.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With the naked eye and especially through good binoculars, its conjunction with a slender crescent moon on May 18 will be very pleasing to see.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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May 21 – June 20 A good idea turns into real progress faster than expected.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Water has been a focus of the Newsom administration since his first day in office, when the governor took his cabinet to Monterey Park Tract, a rural Central Valley community that lacked access to safe drinking water.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Our daughters no longer feel safe in their sports or private spaces.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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This is a solid and affordable Ethernet cable that is sufficient for most homes.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Combined with flexible plan options and solid customer support, Cinch is a reliable choice for anyone seeking affordable home warranties without sacrificing quality.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Tried-and-true.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tried-and-true. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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