panoply

noun

Definition of panoplynext
as in shield
a full suit of armor

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Recent Examples of panoply When allegations of misconduct are made against any party in the system, that party nevertheless deserves the full panoply of constitutional rights afforded to us all. — Nathaniel Percy, Daily News, 5 May 2026 Though not everyone will jump on board, aficionados of the panoply of Nightmare on Halloween the 13th knock-offs – and the diminishing returns that followed – will know the references and get the affectionate, tongue-in-cheek humor. — Damon Wise, Deadline, 12 May 2026 This year, over 200 dealers and 150 exhibitors set up shop at the main show at the Tucson Convention Center during the final weekend, a panoply of minerals, fossils, meteorites and gems on display. — Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 9 Mar. 2026 Opponents of the ballot measure formed a panoply of groups to counter the new tax, including ones backed by Newsom, Google co-founder Sergey Brin, the Roundtable and Bay Area billionaire Chris Larsen. — Ben Paviour july 2, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for panoply
Recent Examples of Synonyms for panoply
  1. shield
  2. plate
  3. housing
  4. mail
  5. armor
  6. plating
  7. covering
  8. casing
Noun
  • Pair it with flip-flops, shield sunglasses, and a silver pendant necklace for a look that feels minimal but edgy.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 2 July 2026
  • On the wall across the bar are autographs of former USMNT greats, scrawled inside a mighty shield.
    — Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 2 July 2026
Definition of shield
Noun
  • The other took place before the fifth inning when home-plate umpire Scott Barry left the game and Manny Gonzalez needed time to assemble his gear.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • With runners on second and third, in a 1-2 count, Pages extended to the outside edge of the plate to get around a slider and send it through the left side of the infield.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of plate
Noun
  • Local advocates are pushing prefab even further, pitching off‑grid cottage villages powered by solar and advanced water recycling — an affordable, sustainable vision that may test Altadena’s appetite for denser housing.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • The researcher said that part of the reason so many people with mental health issues landed in jail was related to a lack of mental health and housing resources outside the jail, which could have prevented some bookings.
    — Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of housing
Noun
  • Post offices will, however, be open on Friday, July 3 and mail delivery will occur as normal.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • States can still count mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day, a blow to Republicans who had pushed for stricter regulations.
    — Chris Dobstaff, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of mail
Noun
  • As the platform evolved into the latest M1A2 SEPv3 configuration, upgrades focused heavily on digital networking, improved sensors, enhanced armor, and active protection systems.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026
  • However, Aemond takes a stab to the back through his armor.
    — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 29 June 2026
Definition of armor
Noun
  • These are formulated to restore chrome’s mirrorlike finish without tarnishing or damaging the plating.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
  • The plating of the dishes is gorgeous, utilizing the brightly colored edible flowers sourced nearby.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
Definition of plating
Noun
  • There’s no covering that up at a BBQ full of people standing around a hot grill.
    — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Use window coverings One simple action people can take at home is to block out as much sunlight as possible from coming through windows.
    — Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 3 July 2026
Definition of covering
Noun
  • At least six shell casings were recovered from the scene of the shooting, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety spokesperson Eliza Durham.
    — Mike Darnay, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • During the investigation, shell casings found at the scene were later compared to a firearm Craig admitted belonged to him, the release said.
    — Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2026
Definition of casing

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