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as in logical
based on sound reasoning or information
the only solid conclusion that the jury could have reached
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as in hard
having a consistency that does not easily yield to pressure
the ice cream is too solid to scoop right now
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as in self
having or consisting of a single color
both kittens are black, but one has a solid coat and the other has a few white patches
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as in strong
not showing weakness or uncertainty
some people see a solid handshake as a sign of strong character
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a solid source of information to reporters
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Recent Examples of solid
Lately, for those looking for portable sound, the JBL Go 3 offers solid audio and waterproof durability, excellent for outdoor fun, at 26% off.
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Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 3 Feb. 2025
Love is Blind recently launched in the UK to solid ratings and a second season is in the works, although both Love is Blind UK and MAFS UK are produced by CPL, not Kinetic.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2025
Jones is a really solid point guard option, maybe even capable of becoming as good as his brother, Tyus, in the future.
—Zach Harper, The Athletic, 3 Feb. 2025
That’s a good thing because the brand with the signature bright green paint has lasted decades for a reason - their product is solid.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
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Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 3 Feb. 2025
Love is Blind recently launched in the UK to solid ratings and a second season is in the works, although both Love is Blind UK and MAFS UK are produced by CPL, not Kinetic.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2025
Jones is a really solid point guard option, maybe even capable of becoming as good as his brother, Tyus, in the future.
—Zach Harper, The Athletic, 3 Feb. 2025
That’s a good thing because the brand with the signature bright green paint has lasted decades for a reason - their product is solid.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solid
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Amorim is not likely to be afforded those in abundance at a club of United’s stature, even if trusting the process is the only logical way to succeed.—
Matt Woosnam,
The Athletic,
7 Feb. 2025
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The Treasury Department would be the next most logical agency to administer student debt, Mayotte said.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2025
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Sandoval has received some pay bumps, including a temporary $10,000-a-year bonus for Hawaii special education teachers designed to alleviate shortages in that and other hard-to-staff areas.—
Alia Wong,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2023
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Whether those numbers are an overstatement, or possibly an understatement, is hard to say.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
13 Feb. 2023
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The women's brains showed a clear divide between the areas of the brain activated by self and non-self MHCs.—
Breanna Draxler,
Discover Magazine,
24 Jan. 2013
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An inspector’s notes also stated there were cardboard containers on the floor, a non-self closing restroom door, no training documentation for the staff.—
Pam McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
28 Feb. 2023
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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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By Alice Park February 4, 2025 3:16 PM EST Now that bird flu has been detected in animals in all 50 states, and nearly 70 cases have been confirmed in people, health officials are racing to find better and more reliable ways to track the virus.—
Alice Park,
TIME,
4 Feb. 2025
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Certain information has been provided by and/or is based on third party sources and, although such information is believed to be reliable, no representation is made with respect to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of such information.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
3 Feb. 2025
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Time based: Set a reasonable time frame to reduce alcohol consumption.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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After a reasonable time, drain the water — not into a city sewer or drainage area — and dispose of the soaked fireworks debris in a plastic garbage bag.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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Too much dry shampoo can also make your hair gritty or stiff or leave behind noticeable particles in your hair.1 Continue to shampoo your hair routinely and resist the urge to skip cleansing your hair.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
3 Feb. 2025
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Here, On’s signature pods on the sole are set beneath a stiff plate that helps drive you forward and cushy foam in the midsole that gives you an extra dose of padding.—
Jennifer Heimlich,
Glamour,
3 Feb. 2025
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Matching the mood of the evening, many guests opted to wear darker and neutral tones—though that didn’t preclude them from dynamic fashion moments.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
8 Feb. 2025
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MoffettNathanson downgrades Roblox to sell from neutral The firm says Roblox shares have run too far too fast.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Solid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solid. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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