as in fire
a test of faith, patience, or strength
soldiers who had withstood the crucible of war
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Recent Examples of crucible
When that happens, a building’s value as a spiritual crucible gets converted into monetary value.
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Justin Davidson, Curbed, 27 June 2025
But public mandates aren’t summoned by spreadsheets, they are forged in the crucible of culture.
—Solitaire Townsend, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
Drones The Ukraine war has been a crucible for drone advancement.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
Every lesson learned in the crucible of motocross will refine future production motorcycles and, crucially, expand the vibrant community of Ducatisti, inviting new enthusiasts.
—Shelby Knick, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
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Justin Davidson, Curbed, 27 June 2025
But public mandates aren’t summoned by spreadsheets, they are forged in the crucible of culture.
—Solitaire Townsend, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
Drones The Ukraine war has been a crucible for drone advancement.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
Every lesson learned in the crucible of motocross will refine future production motorcycles and, crucially, expand the vibrant community of Ducatisti, inviting new enthusiasts.
—Shelby Knick, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crucible
Noun
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There are no questions about Bremner’s competitive fire, which was apparent throughout this season and especially in the second half.—
Mike Digiovanna,
Oc Register,
14 July 2025
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This includes inspecting lifeboats, overhauling fire systems, servicing engines, and checking the hull for wear and tear.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Taissa Farmiga, who plays Gladys, graciously spoke with The Hollywood Reporter and answered several questions regarding her beloved character’s state of mind throughout this especially harrowing ordeal.—
Ronda Racha Penrice,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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One reported attendee live-tweeted the entire ordeal and claimed Ye started the show over 45 minutes late.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
14 July 2025
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Not helping that skepticism was the gauntlet Gurnee strategically set up at three major Grand Avenue intersections, from Route 21 west to Hunt Club Road.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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And with that, the Dodgers reached the end of a 10-game gauntlet against their closest pursuers in the National League West, the Padres and San Francisco Giants.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
20 June 2025
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“Crucible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crucible. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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