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heavy metal

NOUN
hard rock
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The co-founder, frontman and bass player of pioneering heavy metal band Venom has died at the age of 63, it has been announced.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

The mother-of-two, married to an economics professor with a ponytail, is a fan of heavy metal band System of a Down and held a "Sex and the City"-themed party for her 40th birthday.

From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026

“They didn’t even need to break into the strongroom,” Al-Abideen said bitterly, looking at a heavy metal door secured with multiple bolts.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026

They said these often contained heavy metal salts or nitrosamines that can leach into the environment once the balloon degrades.

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

I like aggressive music, but heavy metal makes me feel like I’m locked in a box draped with chains.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez




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