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
Lepper says those unusual raw materials include conch shells from the Gulf Coast, copper from southern Canada and obsidian from Obsidian Cliff in Yellowstone Park, illustrating the extent of the Hopewell culture’s influence.
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Kevin Williams, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
Her pieces are often inspired by the African diaspora and nature with all the raw materials being traceable.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 6 May 2025
As introduced in New York, the Fashion Act would mandate that any apparel or footwear company doing business in New York that has global revenue of $100 million or more be required to map their supply chains down to their raw material providers.
—Timothy J. McClimon, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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.
— Made By History, Time, 28 Apr. 2025
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Kevin Williams, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
Her pieces are often inspired by the African diaspora and nature with all the raw materials being traceable.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 6 May 2025
As introduced in New York, the Fashion Act would mandate that any apparel or footwear company doing business in New York that has global revenue of $100 million or more be required to map their supply chains down to their raw material providers.
—Timothy J. McClimon, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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.
— Made By History, Time, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for raw material
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Rising in North Bay Village, Shoma Bay has the potential to enhance the neighborhood as one of Miami’s prominent waterfront destinations.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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More recently, however, enterprises have begun to see the potential of this medium, particularly as quality has improved.—
David Prosser,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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The extraordinary source material is a profound inspiration to build a unique world that vibrates with life and death at the same time.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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Intended for both slim and puffy outerwear, the new material prevents the conglomeration of fibers and pushes the sustainability envelope further as it is entirely crafted from recycled fibers derived from post-consumer PET bottles.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
16 May 2025
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“Raw material.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raw%20material. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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