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Recent Examples of semifinished
The Brazil Steel Institute said in a statement at the time that it was shocked by the announcement and warned that the decision would hurt the American steel industry, which needs semifinished products exported by Brazil to operate its mills.
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Letícia Casado, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2019
Brazil has argued that 80 percent of its steel exports to the United States are semifinished products used in the steel industry and therefore do not pose a threat.
—Shasta Darlington, New York Times, 2 May 2018
Letícia Casado, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2019
Brazil has argued that 80 percent of its steel exports to the United States are semifinished products used in the steel industry and therefore do not pose a threat.
—Shasta Darlington, New York Times, 2 May 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for semifinished
Adjective
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Subtle frays give garments an unfinished look, while embroidery, crochet and eyelet nod to slow fashion.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Aug. 2025
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An unfinished tract of town homes is viewed from the air on May 22, 2023, over Isleton, California.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In the streaming era, modern audiences seem to crave talent that is more outspoken, unpolished and raw.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
4 Aug. 2025
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The offense’s best chance to fabricate an open look comes possibly from an unpolished 19-year-old, Egor Demin, who Brooklyn selected with the No. 8 pick in last month’s draft.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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Potential downsides Despite its natural, unprocessed appeal, the Viking diet could have some nutritional downsides.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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To cleanse yourself of these parasites, influencers usually recommend supplements with a mix of ingredients—such as wormwood and clove—and a diet plan centered around whole, unprocessed foods.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Semifinished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semifinished. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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