as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a tried-and-true friend who has always been there for me
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Recent Examples of tried-and-true
Radio communications, the tried-and-true means of interaction between controllers and pilots, also broke down.
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Kate Kelly, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Now, the hard data (tried-and-true economic metrics that are lagged for good reason) is starting to reflect some of the disarray.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 2 May 2025
But This tendency to go with the tried-and-true opens up an opportunity for us.
—Michael Foster, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Romaine Salad With Oranges And Radishes Recipe: Potato-And-Rutabaga Gratin
Recipe: Hummingbird Sheet Cake
Staying tried-and-true to a traditional menu might satisfy your older relatives, but sometimes breaking from tradition makes a meal more memorable and treasured.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
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Kate Kelly, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Now, the hard data (tried-and-true economic metrics that are lagged for good reason) is starting to reflect some of the disarray.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 2 May 2025
But This tendency to go with the tried-and-true opens up an opportunity for us.
—Michael Foster, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Romaine Salad With Oranges And Radishes Recipe: Potato-And-Rutabaga Gratin
Recipe: Hummingbird Sheet Cake
Staying tried-and-true to a traditional menu might satisfy your older relatives, but sometimes breaking from tradition makes a meal more memorable and treasured.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tried-and-true
Adjective
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The outsoles are made with reliable rubber treads to provide vital traction on slick city streets and beyond, and the sleek leather exteriors will remain in pristine shape even if you get caught in an unexpected rainstorm.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
10 July 2025
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But Amazon representatives insist drone deliveries are not only fast and reliable but safe, too.—
Russ Wiles,
AZCentral.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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With things that were true but couldn’t be readily seen or felt, like silence.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Among the property's true highlights is its exceptional dining scene— beloved by both discerning locals and hotel guests.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Chef-owner Miguel Angel Jimenez is well worth consulting for the night’s specials and a wine from the impressively deep good list.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Heretofore, Raleigh’s best homer-hitting season was 34 in 2024.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The company carried out launch and landing tests last year, with one of the hops reaching around 6.2 miles (10 kilometers) in altitude before executing a powered descent and safe landing.—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
12 July 2025
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The linen cotton blend isn’t see-through and is safe to machine wash on a gentle cycle and even tumble dry on low afterward.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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For home improvement fans and DIYers looking to invest in quality power tools, this DeWalt deal is solid.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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Business owners already understand the importance of creating a solid business plan from the get-go.—
Hanneke Antonelli,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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The district is responsible for most major stadium maintenance and improvement projects.—
Tom Daykin,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
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Local governments are responsible for issuing evacuation orders, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Tried-and-true.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tried-and-true. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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