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as in strict
not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards
lost weight only after a cast-iron adherence to his diet
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as in sturdy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
he has a cast-iron faith in his innate ability to overcome any adversity that life might throw against him
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Recent Examples of cast-iron
All were 12-cup muffin pans, except for Le Creuset’s six-cup cast-iron model.
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Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 June 2025
To grill, spread on a griddle or cast-iron skillet and grill over indirect medium-high heat until golden brown and crisp.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 25 June 2025
Place hot dogs seam-side down in a large cast-iron skillet over medium; cook, turning occasionally, until bacon is crispy all over and rendered, about 18 minutes.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 25 June 2025
In a very large cast-iron skillet or on a griddle, heat a thin layer of vegetable oil over high heat.
—Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 17 June 2025
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Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 June 2025
To grill, spread on a griddle or cast-iron skillet and grill over indirect medium-high heat until golden brown and crisp.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 25 June 2025
Place hot dogs seam-side down in a large cast-iron skillet over medium; cook, turning occasionally, until bacon is crispy all over and rendered, about 18 minutes.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 25 June 2025
In a very large cast-iron skillet or on a griddle, heat a thin layer of vegetable oil over high heat.
—Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cast-iron
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President Donald Trump's administration has announced strict new visa restrictions for Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, and Nigeria.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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The rule requires refiners and fuel distributors to meet stricter emissions targets even as refineries close in a state that has long made its hostility to the oil and gas industry clear.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm has passed.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 July 2025
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The company's results expectations are influenced by tariff disruptions, mixed performance among business units, and uncertain aluminum demand—slightly offset by sturdy alumina margins and effective internal cost management.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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The Freeform rolling carry-on was deemed the Best Overall Carry-on by Travel + Leisure after rounds of rigorous testing at our New York City lab.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
11 July 2025
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Before a potential controller can even step foot in the academy, there’s a rigorous application and qualification process.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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Exceptionally hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, bearded irises are one of the easiest perennials to grow in cold-weather regions.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 July 2025
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For a hardy perennial that grows in areas where many plants fail, plant hellebores.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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Zara hadn’t become rigid overnight—her views on competence, control and value had been reinforced over decades.—
Diana Lowe,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Set within a military institution, the film continues his exploration of gender and power, aiming to expose and humanize rigid, oppressive systems through personal and emotional storytelling.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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The 6-foot-4, 320-pounder needs to be better at anchoring, as he too often was driven into the backfield by stout nose tackles last season.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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Faison rushed for 1,109 yards and eight touchdowns for the Aggies last fall, averaging a stout 5.6 yards per carry.—
Chase Goodbread,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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“Cast-iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cast-iron. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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