gold mine
Example Sentences
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China was once seen as a gold mine for certain films — namely, big studio movies — that could get approval from its government for release.
From Los Angeles Times
Mining operations already occur nearby, such as at the Ladolam gold mine on Lihir, where waste material is discharged into the ocean.
From Science Daily
A gold mine in the Central African Republic.
From New York Times
Analysts have said Wagner received logging rights and control of a gold mine in CAR.
From Reuters
Newcrest is relying on a wind farm to supply 40% of its electricity needs for its Cadia gold mine in New South Wales state, but that power project development is struggling with regulatory time frames.
From Reuters
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