nonburnable

Definition of nonburnablenext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonburnable
Adjective
  • Backed by long-term capital, strategic foresight, and $6 trillion in sovereign assets, the foundation is proving remarkably fireproof.
    Winston Ma, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026
  • The best alternative storage option is a fireproof, archival-quality container, Wirick notes.
    Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Homeowners may remove trees in this immediate zone, provided a nonflammable area is established and maintained.
    Chuck Page, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
  • The work focuses on polymeric ionic liquids (PILs) which are nonflammable alternatives to conventional liquid electrolytes used in lithium-ion batteries.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • This means new homes are being constructed with noncombustible or fire-resistant materials.
    Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
  • Items mentioned in the ban include noncombustible products which can be chewed, absorbed, dissolved or ingested by other means.
    Dana Afana, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The Tribune claimed its four-story building constructed of stone, brick and iron at the southeast corner of Dearborn and Madison streets was incombustible.
    Chicago Tribune staff, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2022
  • The Chicago Tribune claimed its four-story building constructed of stone, brick and iron at the southeast corner of Dearborn and Madison streets was incombustible.
    Kori Rumore, chicagotribune.com, 1 Oct. 2021
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“Nonburnable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonburnable. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.

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