polypropylene
noun
poly·pro·pyl·ene
ˌpä-lē-ˈprō-pə-ˌlēn 
: any of various thermoplastic plastics or fibers that are polymers of propylene
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This one comes in larger sizes and is made with polypropylene to present fading and weather damage.
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Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024
This stylish Traveler’s Choice bag has a durable, scratch-resistant polypropylene hardshell and 360-degree rolling wheels that are easy to maneuver.
—Erin Cavoto, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2024
Seven different types of microplastics were detected, with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polypropylene (PP) the most prevalent, according to the study.
—Jack Guy, CNN, 19 June 2024
According to the product description on Rifle Paper Co.'s website, the paddles are lightweight yet durable with a fiberglass surface and a honeycomb polypropylene core.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2024
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Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024
This stylish Traveler’s Choice bag has a durable, scratch-resistant polypropylene hardshell and 360-degree rolling wheels that are easy to maneuver.
—Erin Cavoto, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2024
Seven different types of microplastics were detected, with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polypropylene (PP) the most prevalent, according to the study.
—Jack Guy, CNN, 19 June 2024
According to the product description on Rifle Paper Co.'s website, the paddles are lightweight yet durable with a fiberglass surface and a honeycomb polypropylene core.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2024
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“Polypropylene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polypropylene. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.
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