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noun • an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range • a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard • knife sharpener consisting of a ridged steel rod verb • get ready for something difficult or unpleasant • cover, plate, or edge with steel | ||||||||
| 37% | 6 | Showing mettle - or metal? | ||||||
adjective satellite • resembling steel as in hardness • resembling steel in hardness | ||||||||
| 27% | 7 | Mettle | ||||||
noun • a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear | ||||||||
Mettle Or Metal Crossword Clue
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STEEL which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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STEEL
Updated: October 11, 2023
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