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Recent Examples of hard-shell
In addition to the USB-C cable, the Air 3s comes with a hard-shell zip-up carrying case and a microfiber cleaning cloth.
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PC Magazine, 12 June 2025
About two inches long, with a set of wings like a bee but with the hard-shell body of a beetle.
—Mark Gauert, Sun Sentinel, 8 June 2025
The cart seats four, thanks to the inclusion of a rear bench, and the hard-shell roof extends over the back to keep all passengers dry and shaded.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2025
However, hard-shell cases usually have some sort of organization pouches or zippers as well.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 May 2025
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PC Magazine, 12 June 2025
About two inches long, with a set of wings like a bee but with the hard-shell body of a beetle.
—Mark Gauert, Sun Sentinel, 8 June 2025
The cart seats four, thanks to the inclusion of a rear bench, and the hard-shell roof extends over the back to keep all passengers dry and shaded.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2025
However, hard-shell cases usually have some sort of organization pouches or zippers as well.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hard-shell
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Wednesday's settlement comes as Columbia has faced harsh blowback from activists and free-speech advocates who accused the Ivy League university of caving to Trump's demands, while other schools, like Harvard University, have taken a more hard-line stance against the administration.—
Sonam Sheth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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The decision this week represents a departure from earlier hard-line measures and suggests a recalibration aimed at balancing energy interests with ongoing foreign policy challenges involving the Nicolás Maduro regime.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
24 July 2025
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Declining growth in the fashion division and the Asia-Japan geography seems to be a common denominator for both luxury groups, but these results signal a downturn that is persistent and increasingly difficult to dismiss, likely hinting to a deeper issue.—
Clara Ludmir,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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The persistent low percentages of Black and Indigenous students at UT and the hyper-partisan politics at the state and federal levels add importance and a sense of sacredness to this community that Adeeko and others want to protect.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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In Sparrow’s star turn, the tenacious terrier bravely barks at a monster attacking Metropolis.—
Jen Reeder,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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With this work, the tenacious journalist and advocate for the Everglades devoted her life to preserving the unique, sprawling ecosystem now protected by federal law.—
Jay Reddick,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 July 2025
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But she and the remaining Storm family members are swept up into an inheritance game – her father’s last wish, organized by her father’s stern, handsome right-hand man.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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John Doman, a seasoned TV actor whose work has included guest arcs on ER and Oz, got his first long-term gig with his role as the stern Deputy Rawls on The Wire.—
Derek Lawrence,
EW.com,
29 July 2025
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On the other hand, vague explanations or rigid policies may suggest pay inequities, poor planning, or a top-down management structure.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Where a human player might be able to adapt if something isn’t working well, a rigid computer program might have loopholes that an experienced player can exploit.—
Andrew Montequin,
jsonline.com,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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Our volunteer firefighters represent the best of us, exemplifying a steadfast commitment to service and sacrifice.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
29 July 2025
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Greek life, despite its understandable divisiveness, is a steadfast tradition on most Southern college campuses.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
27 July 2025
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Abbott's relentless criticism of Biden over the spike in unauthorized crossings that started soon after the Democratic former president's inauguration in January 2021 is credited with helping make immigration a leading issue in the 2024 campaign.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Phoenix has previously gone 154 consecutive days without rain, enduring relentless summer heat that has exceeded 110°F.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Michigan's Lower Peninsula is expected to see potentially severe weather on July 24, with rain developing over the Upper Peninsula as well.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
25 July 2025
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The chronic disease can cause severe symptoms like extreme pain and in some cases contribute to infertility.—
Health Reporter,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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“Hard-shell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hard-shell. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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