1
as in ammunition
means or method of defending
the skunk's primary armor is the foul-smelling fluid that it can eject
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2
as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
the crab's armor makes it difficult prey for some smaller predators
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as in to cocoon
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Recent Examples of armor
Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 5 Feb. 2025
Henry first has to put on a mail coif before adding on any other sort of head protection, as well as wear a pair of leggings under his leg armor.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
Players should have doubled down on Silver Rathalos and the materials for its fire weapon and armor with Critical Element perks.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025
Vejle Museums announced the discovery of numerous ancient artifacts, including the Roman armor, in a press release published Jan. 29.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 5 Feb. 2025
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As a result, these costly pieces of armor were owned exclusively by the highest warrior elite in society.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 5 Feb. 2025
Henry first has to put on a mail coif before adding on any other sort of head protection, as well as wear a pair of leggings under his leg armor.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
Players should have doubled down on Silver Rathalos and the materials for its fire weapon and armor with Critical Element perks.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025
Vejle Museums announced the discovery of numerous ancient artifacts, including the Roman armor, in a press release published Jan. 29.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for armor
Noun
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Last week, the State Department’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs donated armored police vehicles, along with weapons, ammunition and other gear.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
18 Feb. 2025
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During a traffic stop, authorities found a loaded 9mm Walther handgun and ammunition, the Justice Department said.—
Louis Casiano,
Fox News,
15 Feb. 2025
Noun
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State investigators went on to discover DNA on the sheath, which, after analysis that included FBI assistance, later came back as a statistical match to Kohberger, police and prosecutors allege.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
22 Feb. 2025
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First, Defendant abandoned any privacy interest in his DNA by disclaiming knowledge or ownership of the sheath from which the DNA was extracted.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Inspired by the local cenotes, the space feels cocooning and protected, with plenty of water elements, including hydrotherapy pools and a skylight covered by rippling water from a reflecting pool upstairs.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Jan. 2025
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Outerwear and knitwear were soft, as were the single-breasted and double-breasted cashmere coats, the soft napa leather jackets, and cocooning knits with mélange effects and gradient needlework.—
Luisa Zargani,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Today's top stories House Republicans overcame internal divides yesterday to pass a framework for a multitrillion-dollar plan to address defense, energy, immigration and tax policy in a push to advance President Trump's domestic policy agenda.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
26 Feb. 2025
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Junior forward Ali Thomas and Batavia’s team defense, meanwhile, also stepped up.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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Officers detained one person at the scene, and investigators found some bullet casings possibly connected to the shooting in the area, Steinbroner said.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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Built into the casing of the screen are two small speakers with an output of 3W per channel that’s useful for playing alerts but not strong enough to play music well.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Also worth watching is Balderson, who introduced a bill last week that encapsulates what Republicans would like to do on this issue: Prioritize fossil fuels and nuclear over wind and solar for connection to the power grid.—
Daniel Moore,
Axios,
15 Feb. 2025
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This absolutely glorious five-second clip from TNT perfectly encapsulates the madness and requires several viewings to fully appreciate its beauty.—
Tim Spiers,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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There is now a furore over 500 billion Euros in defense bonds, joint nuclear shields and defense equipment shopping lists.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Above Chernobyl: After a Russian drone strike blew a hole in the radiation shield looming 40 stories above the site, Ukraine is working to patch what covers the wreckage of the world’s worst nuclear accident.—
Kim Barker,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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The protest comes as people continue to endure rising prices on everything from food and gas to housing and utilities, epitomized by the soaring cost of eggs which in January averaged $4.95 a dozen.—
Anne Marie Lee,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Here are the 10 states with the lowest housing prices per square foot, according to GoBankingRates: West Virginia Kansas Alabama Mississippi Oklahoma Arkansas Iowa Indiana Kentucky Michigan Which states have most expensive housing prices?—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacramento Bee,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Armor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/armor. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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