Showing Mettle Or Metal Crossword Clue

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	adjective satellite • resembling steel as in hardness • resembling steel in hardness
	37%	5		Mettle or metal
	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
	33%	10		Showing mettle and resolve
	adjective satellite • having a proud and unbroken spirit • willing to face danger

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The Guardian Cryptic04 Jul 2001	Across 25
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