as in decision
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose
had the granite to see the project out to the end
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Recent Examples of granite
And all the stones used at the Olympics are made by one small Scottish factory with granite from Ailsa Craig.
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Matt Slater, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
From luxurious black marble and soapstone to more affordable choices like granite or laminate, there’s no shortage of ways to add this sleek countertop color to your kitchen.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Common stone options for flooring include marble, which is usually the most expensive, slate, travertine and granite.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
The new location features three custom benches made from the granite of the Texas Pavilion’s main entrance.
—René Guzman, San Antonio Express-News, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for granite
Matt Slater, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
From luxurious black marble and soapstone to more affordable choices like granite or laminate, there’s no shortage of ways to add this sleek countertop color to your kitchen.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Common stone options for flooring include marble, which is usually the most expensive, slate, travertine and granite.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
The new location features three custom benches made from the granite of the Texas Pavilion’s main entrance.
—René Guzman, San Antonio Express-News, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for granite
Recent Examples of Synonyms for granite
Noun
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Concerned about safety risks and environmental damage, the Blue Mountains City Council temporarily closed access to the rock last month while officials work on a long-term plan — a decision that has prompted debate among residents, conservationists and local businesses that depend on tourism.—
Trista Kurniawan,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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In a 2014 editorial, the Times argued the federal ban on the drug should be repealed, and the decision should be left up to the individual states.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Her determination, her grit, her willingness to get her hands dirty, really shows on the screen.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
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The 2009 Environmental Protection Agency endangerment finding was a determination that pollutants from developing and burning fossil fuels, such as methane and carbon dioxide, can be regulated under the Clean Air Act.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2026
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Your decisiveness invites others to join you.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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Quiet leaders know when restraint will serve the moment and when decisiveness is necessary.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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In the weeks since the arson attack, Beth Israel has been supported by neighbors and people of different backgrounds and beliefs who have stood together with compassion and resolve.—
Lindsay Baach Friedmann,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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Then, came the party meeting where Starmer impressed many with his sense of resolve.—
Jill Lawless,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Granite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/granite. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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