1
as in ammunition
means or method of defending
the skunk's primary armor is the foul-smelling fluid that it can eject
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2
as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
the crab's armor makes it difficult prey for some smaller predators
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as in to cocoon
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Recent Examples of armor
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
In it, a preteen discovers a suit of armor made out of boxes and embarks on a quest through massive cardboard castles on a theater stage.
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Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
24 June 2026
According to court filings, Proper had spent roughly $3,000 in graduation money on firearms, body armor, ammunition and tactical gear.
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Stepheny Price , Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
Then, during his speech in front of more than a hundred people and television cameras, his armor fell.
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Dan Pompei,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
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Noun
Clothing has always been my armor.
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Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
In it, a preteen discovers a suit of armor made out of boxes and embarks on a quest through massive cardboard castles on a theater stage.
—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
24 June 2026
According to court filings, Proper had spent roughly $3,000 in graduation money on firearms, body armor, ammunition and tactical gear.
—
Stepheny Price , Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
Then, during his speech in front of more than a hundred people and television cameras, his armor fell.
—
Dan Pompei,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for armor
Noun
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In Gohrischheide, in eastern Germany, a fire broke out in a large forest that's still contaminated with ammunition from World War II, complicating efforts by firefighters.
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In Gohrischheide, in eastern Germany, a fire broke out in a large forest that’s still contaminated with ammunition from World War II, which made the firefighters’ efforts even more complicated.
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During his burial, an iron sword in a leather sheath was placed across his chest, with a spear next to him.
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Michelle revealed her midi-length sheath dress had an unexpected optical illusion detail at the bottom.
Verb
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Norman suggests going for warmer tones to cocoon the space—or even getting creative with the ceiling, as an alternative.
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Food and drink While there are great choices in the neighborhood, most guests seem to cocoon themselves here, and why not?
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Neither team has pressed forward with much conviction in the first 15 minutes, and after some back-and-forth passing on the back line of the Netherlands' defense, boos could be heard from restless spectators in Monterrey.
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Linda Parisi, Blake Rakela’s defense attorney, has asked the court to set bail and allow her client to be released while the criminal case proceeds.
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At least six shell casings were recovered from the scene of the shooting, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety spokesperson Eliza Durham.
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During the investigation, shell casings found at the scene were later compared to a firearm Craig admitted belonged to him, the release said.
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That encapsulates the story of Haiti's electricity sector right now.
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The video went viral, encapsulating the prevalent mood of indignation about official nonaction.
Noun
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Pair it with flip-flops, shield sunglasses, and a silver pendant necklace for a look that feels minimal but edgy.
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On the wall across the bar are autographs of former USMNT greats, scrawled inside a mighty shield.
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The housing bill, formally called the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, can still become law if Trump neither signs it nor vetoes it in 10 days, excluding Sundays.
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In the past, many housing developers have shied away from building affordable housing because assembling the subsidies needed to make construction profitable is challenging.
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“Armor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/armor. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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