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mineral

[min-er-uhl, min-ruhl] / ˈmɪn ər əl, ˈmɪn rəl /






NOUN
nutrient
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NOUN
turquoise
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Peace in Libya could unlock oil and mineral wealth, as well as expanding American influence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Pyrite, sometimes called "fool's gold" because of its metallic shine, is an iron sulfide mineral commonly found in sedimentary environments.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

But it is also rich in gold and diamonds as well as bauxite and coltan, a mineral that contains a metal used in mobile phones, laptops and other electronics.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

There’s no way to know how widespread or systematic those concentrations are without technical reports disclosing a project’s mineral contents and quality, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

“I’ll bring some cold mineral water to pour over it. It must itch under the cast. It’s hot outside.”

From "A Farewell To Arms" by Ernest Hemingway




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