1
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
The vibe is thick and luxe; think leather, metal embellishments, and higher-quality construction that won’t fall apart after a few wears.
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Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
The free-flowing Screen Time, released in 2021, was fittingly released on Southern Lord Records, the home of drone metal band Sunn O))).
—Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 17 Apr. 2025
Samarium Samarium-cobalt alloys are on a US list of critical metals for potential stockpiling.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2025
Most of the crew got into the ship's metal lifeboat, which capsized within minutes, USA Today reported.
—Latoya Gayle, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
The free-flowing Screen Time, released in 2021, was fittingly released on Southern Lord Records, the home of drone metal band Sunn O))).
—Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 17 Apr. 2025
Samarium Samarium-cobalt alloys are on a US list of critical metals for potential stockpiling.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2025
Most of the crew got into the ship's metal lifeboat, which capsized within minutes, USA Today reported.
—Latoya Gayle, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for metal
Noun
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Alarcon, meanwhile, has been suspended for the first six games of the upcoming season for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Under homeless services, respondents said the greatest need was for more help with substance abuse and mental and behavioral health.—
Gary Warth,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Apr. 2025
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Today's demonstrations show the strength of our growing movement, powered by people of all walks of life coming together to demand investments in our communities, not more cages.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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The organization will have to rely on the overall strength of its 40-man roster and rework the bullpen on the fly.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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They can be made from many materials, though leather is generally considered to be the best.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, the air force is increasing its dependence on Chinese components such as chips and rare-earth materials.—
MICHAEL BROWN,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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In both world wars, the key to victory was not so much military prowess as unbeatable stamina.—
Lawrence D. Freedman,
Foreign Affairs,
14 Apr. 2025
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Speed and stamina are core aspects of their role, and for most, these take a nosedive around these ages.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The shoe thing can be especially frustrating because finding a place on the far side of the security to sit down with all your stuff and re-tie your shoes isn’t always easy.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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And somebody who does not have that skill and talent makes terrible looking stuff for those tools.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
17 Apr. 2025
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Hugo saw that something as simple as shoes could be solved with the right approach and insights, cementing his belief in the power of technology to solve real-world problems.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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This feature gives you more control, giving you the power to decide what is enough for you.—
Celeste Polanco,
Essence,
24 Apr. 2025
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Holdings is in discussions with investors to raise about $20 billion, Bloomberg News reported Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.—
Vinay Dwivedi,
CNBC,
26 Apr. 2025
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In a subsequent filing for his nomination, Isaacman disclosed four civil casino cases: the two described above, plus another from the Taj Mahal and one from the Trump Plaza, a source familiar with the matter said.—
Karen Freifeld,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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But if Game 1 is any indication, this has the potential to be a short one.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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As Fort Worth continues to grow, this area has the potential to become a vibrant hub in the heart of the city—accessible, scenic, and community-focused.—
Kate Marijolovic,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metal. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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