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mettle

[met-l] / ˈmɛt l /


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Divisive primaries happen for a reason; they can help parties work out policy disagreements or stress-test candidates’ mettle.

From Slate Aug. 14, 2026

How long before the mettle of the governing bodies is tested?

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

But in recent years, they have rediscovered their mettle.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

Yet history shows that navigating newly public companies can test the mettle of even the most bullish growth investors.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 6, 2026

“Do not test my mettle, dastardly villain!” warned Major Puff.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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