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
Instead of relying on the commercial whims of foreign markets, Carey reasoned that tariffs would direct domestic agriculture to feed industrial workers and supply factories with raw materials.
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Made By History, Time, 28 Apr. 2025
The company’s mission is simple but bold: convert plastic waste into virgin-quality raw materials without fossil fuels.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
To do this, the United States should continue exporting large numbers of raw materials and industrial inputs, running a surplus that reinforces its position as an upstream supplier in global production chains and a critical partner in China’s industrial ecosystem.
—Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 29 Apr. 2025
Strengthening communication with international vendors, especially raw material suppliers, is key for Katherine Tash.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2025
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Made By History, Time, 28 Apr. 2025
The company’s mission is simple but bold: convert plastic waste into virgin-quality raw materials without fossil fuels.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
To do this, the United States should continue exporting large numbers of raw materials and industrial inputs, running a surplus that reinforces its position as an upstream supplier in global production chains and a critical partner in China’s industrial ecosystem.
—Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 29 Apr. 2025
Strengthening communication with international vendors, especially raw material suppliers, is key for Katherine Tash.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for raw material
Noun
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As Pluto retrogrades in Aquarius, the potential for shocking revelations is at its peak.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Putting any more pressure on myself won’t help me to extract more potential out of myself.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Bulging at the seams, more than 300 artworks spanning a six-decade career engage the full range of materials and techniques that Asawa employed including her signature looped-wire sculptures.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Strong lines that team up to form geometric designs, metallic accents, luxe materials like marble and velvet, and eye-catching ornamentation are certainly part of the style's foundation, true.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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“Raw material.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raw%20material. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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