armor

Example Sentences

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So it seems like it’s disarming; it knocks the armor off of people’s desire to protect themselves.

From Los Angeles Times

I pull the hoodie on and feel just a tiny bit better, like I’ve donned a coat of armor to face the day.

From Literature

These forces would cross the strait on ships, launch into the water in speedy armored vehicles, and “swim” to the target beach in rows.

From The Wall Street Journal

At Lehmann Maupin, looking at South Korea’s policy of mandatory military service, Do Ho Suh has created a garment—part suit of armor, part ceremonial robe—out of more than 500 dog tags.

From The Wall Street Journal

In real life, Nuzzi may have risked it all, but as an author, she hasn’t been as fearless, using words as armor, not conduit.

From Los Angeles Times