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recycle

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈsī-kəl

Definition of recycle

as in to recover

to obtain (a raw material) by separating it from a by-product or waste product recycling the aluminum from soda pop cans is environmentally sound

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Recent Examples of recycle Even failed ventures often recycle capital, talent, and experience into the next generation of startups. — Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 The law aims to reduce plastic packaging waste and ensure that waste is recycled. — Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Meantime, the Fed is expanding its holdings, in part by recycling maturing mortgage securities into bills. — Greg Ritchie, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026 Advertisement But when protein consumption is limited, the thinking is that the body prioritizes repairing and recycling cells instead of making new ones—processes that some scientists think could help delay aging. — Dominique Mosbergen, Time, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for recycle

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recover

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They were being recovered with the assistance of Phoenix police homicide unit when Benavidez spoke with reporters.

— Phil Helsel, NBC news, 6 Aug. 2026
Most people recover without treatment after 4 to 7 days, but the illness can be severe or even life-threatening in some people, including young children, the elderly, and people with weak immune systems.

— Dominique Mosbergen, Time, 6 Aug. 2026

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recycled

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