Plates
Shells
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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One of the aliens that the Wolkenritter stole Mana from in Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's were giant turtles with metal plates and shells containing rocky protrusions.
Source: Turtle Power -
Not to mention the Turtle Van, which was customized with armored plates resembling turtle shells and laser turrets on the roof.
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Others included a bowl of pistachio nut shells, metal plates, and a large double-handed hand saw.
Source: Everything Is an Instrument
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