Examples of “crucible” in a Sentence

noun A heat-resistant container used to melt metals or heat chemicals at very high temperatures.

• The jeweler placed a small crucible over the flame to melt the silver.
• Chemistry students must handle a hot crucible with special tongs.
• The molten gold was poured from the crucible into the mold.

noun A difficult, intense experience that tests or shapes a person's character.

• The long, hard winter in the mountains was a crucible for the young climbers.
• She came out of that crucible of failure with a stronger will.
• Basic training was a crucible that forged lifelong friendships.