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copper

[kop-er] / ˈkɒp ər /














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Freeport-McMoRan’s massive copper mining and smelting operation sits on the hills above the towns of Miami, Claypool and Globe in eastern Arizona.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Freeport’s broader copper operation here employs nearly 950 people, according to the company.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

The biggest data centers each require tens of thousands of metric tons of copper for all the wires, busbars, circuit boards, transformers and other electrical components inside.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

L.A.’s vast network of streetlights are connected by 27,000 miles of copper wire.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The creature turned its head to look at Ilya, copper eyes burning.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack




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