as in potential
the basic elements from which something can be developed
Canada now converts most of its raw materials into manufactured goods such as automobiles and auto parts
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Recent Examples of raw material
Washington and its European allies, however, have pointed to the continuing flow of weapons components, raw materials, and other dual-use goods into Russia that could sustain its war machine.
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Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Four days after the heist, investigators are yet to publicly identify any suspects as experts warned the jewels were likely to be dismantled for their raw materials, destroying artifacts dating back to the Napoleonic era.
—Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2025
Then comes Idea Mode, where voice notes become rich raw material, transcribed and reviewed later, unlocking your reflective mind.
—Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2025
The agenda focuses on critical raw materials, and a careful balance between trade protection and openness.
—Jessica Jurkschat, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
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Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Four days after the heist, investigators are yet to publicly identify any suspects as experts warned the jewels were likely to be dismantled for their raw materials, destroying artifacts dating back to the Napoleonic era.
—Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2025
Then comes Idea Mode, where voice notes become rich raw material, transcribed and reviewed later, unlocking your reflective mind.
—Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2025
The agenda focuses on critical raw materials, and a careful balance between trade protection and openness.
—Jessica Jurkschat, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for raw material
Noun
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So far, the season 22 release schedule has only been confirmed for up to episode 6, as there's a potential for a mid-season break for the holidays in November 2025.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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The research team also claims that the method holds the potential to significantly reduce battery charging times while improving specific energy and operational lifespan.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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The collection includes 3,100 black-and-white images taken in nearly 300 villages, towns, and cities around the country as well as the negatives and detailed data sheets describing construction techniques, materials, and historical context for each building.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
25 Oct. 2025
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That seemed like Weird and Wild material to me.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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