crucible
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I was socialized in the crucible of millennial progressivism.
From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026
There’s no crucible more scrutinized in the sport than the Olympic Games.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026
The plane seat is my crucible — and the most difficult part of every trip.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026
Both are distinguished by a depth and specificity of character, tested in the crucible of grief.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 11, 2025
In the crucible the gold collapsed suddenly into molten scarlet.
From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw
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