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heavy metal

NOUN
hard rock
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Plumes of smoke and ash then deposited the heavy metal across the burn zone.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

The study began in 2023, borne out of concerns about heavy metal exposure among infants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Two sides who pride themselves on their defensive resilience, and more likely to be found holding out for a late goal than playing heavy metal football, will have watched this match with caution.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Even if it is their passion, they cannot spend two years just writing R&B songs or playing heavy metal.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

We were herded along a corridor and through the heavy metal door where I had last seen Harry de Vries.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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