synthetic
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Synthetic fabrics like polyester can shed microplastic fibres when they are washed.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
Synthetic oil can be changed every 10,000 to 15,000 miles, he said.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
Synthetic materials such as polyester and viscose are common across fast-fashion and luxury, since they’re cheaper to buy and can be easier to work with than natural fibers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
Synthetic, cheaper alternatives have gained traction, and animal rights activists continue to push dropping the real thing.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
And so, having bagged the contract for the Synthetic Cooking Vinegar labels, he deftly banished Chacko from the fighting ranks of the Overthrowers to the treacherous ranks of the To Be Overthrown.
From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy
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