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The metal has been identified since prehistory by its bloody signature of iron ­oxide, or rust; one of iron's principal ores, hematite, has had that bloody name since the 16th century.

Periodic Table Talk Mike Jay 2011

Robin Kawakami/The Wall Street Journal Someone at the factory fixed this iron's broken handle with tape.

Tailor-Made in the U.S.A. 2011

Obviously part of this is to strike while the proverbial iron's still hot, but what if that iron is already cooling on the sideboard, facing away from any plastic objects?

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Also, he uses the iron's steam setting to avoid harsh direct heat.

Making Your Cashmere Last for Decades, Softer Over Time Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan 2011

Bit of advice, though: the stickers only work on election day, so strike while the iron's hot.

Mike Larsen: WTF Is an Independent Voter? Mike Larsen 2010

Bit of advice, though: the stickers only work on election day, so strike while the iron's hot.

Mike Larsen: WTF Is an Independent Voter? Mike Larsen 2010

"He's a very talented up‑and‑coming player, and why not strike when the iron's hot?" said Waugh.

Mark Waugh urges Australia selectors to replace Mike Hussey for Ashes Andy Wilson 2010

Bit of advice, though: the stickers only work on election day, so strike while the iron's hot.

Mike Larsen: WTF Is an Independent Voter? Mike Larsen 2010

Bit of advice, though: the stickers only work on election day, so strike while the iron's hot.

Mike Larsen: WTF Is an Independent Voter? Mike Larsen 2010

Bit of advice, though: the stickers only work on election day, so strike while the iron's hot.

Mike Larsen: WTF Is an Independent Voter? Mike Larsen 2010