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mettle
/ˈmɛt(ə)l/
noun
mass noun
A person's ability to cope well with difficulties; spirit and resilience.
Origin
Mid 16th century: specialized spelling (used for figurative senses) of metal.
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Mandy measured Mark's mettle on a regular basis. He ranged from steel to bronze most of the time, strong and durable.
