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consumable

[kuhn-soo-muh-buhl] / kənˈsu mə bəl /




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Because propellant is the spacecraft's main consumable resource, every kilogram saved during its journey can potentially translate into additional years of scientific observations.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 18, 2026

“Halal,” meaning permissible under Islamic law, is a designation most typically associated with procedures for animal slaughter and with the absence of pork or alcohol in consumable products.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 12, 2026

For years, Walmart’s customer data has shown that more shoppers want simple, natural ingredients, said Scott Morris, senior vice president for food and consumable private brands at Walmart U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2025

A survey by Growth Spurt and Women in Data suggests that many parents are paying extra consumable fees of £15 a day.

From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2025

It eats up the surplus of consumable goods, and it helps to preserve the special mental atmosphere that a hierarchical society needs.

From "1984" by George Orwell




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