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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For commercial shipping, the tunnel will mean safer deliveries, less waiting time, shorter transport times, and better quality retention of raw materials transported past Stad.
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David Nikel, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
The push to build a raw materials facility also fits into a broader concern about the availability of crucial components for weapons -- one shared by many countries, given global shortages in several explosive types, which first became obvious amid the war in Ukraine.
—Adam Taylor The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 13 Jan. 2025
Instead, each ingredient is 100% natural and cold-pressed to ensure the nutrients in the raw material are preserved.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
Industrial supplies and materials Consumers might not personally notice the impact of higher prices on every raw material.
—Nerdwallet, Twin Cities, 20 Jan. 2025
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David Nikel, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
The push to build a raw materials facility also fits into a broader concern about the availability of crucial components for weapons -- one shared by many countries, given global shortages in several explosive types, which first became obvious amid the war in Ukraine.
—Adam Taylor The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 13 Jan. 2025
Instead, each ingredient is 100% natural and cold-pressed to ensure the nutrients in the raw material are preserved.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
Industrial supplies and materials Consumers might not personally notice the impact of higher prices on every raw material.
—Nerdwallet, Twin Cities, 20 Jan. 2025
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“Raw material.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raw%20material. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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