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armor

[ahr-mer] / ˈɑr mər /
NOUN
protective covering, often made of metal
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A phalanx of guards with full armor and riot shields watched over proceedings.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

However, Liaoningosaurus fossils show that at least some armor was already present at a very early stage.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

Heavily armed federal agents marched down Michigan Avenue wearing body armor and carrying assault rifles.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

The oversize blazers conjured up armor for the streets, as in, we’re outside taking care of business.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

After being in Tartarus for so long, he could barely look at Hyperion’s burning golden armor without getting spots in his eyes.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan




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