Definitions

natural resources

NOUN

resource from the earth

Synonyms

STRONGEST

raw material timber water

WEAK

mineral deposit natural deposit

Example Sentences

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Renaud Saleur is looking past politics to bank on megatrends like electrification, natural resources and AI bricks and mortars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Climate change, species extinctions, and widespread pollution are all linked to the ways human societies have expanded and intensified their use of natural resources.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

The Franklin fund, with top holdings in several global energy, natural resources, pharmaceutical and consumer companies such as Shell, Suncor, Novartis and Nestlé, is the notable exception.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

The expected reopening of the fishing season is a good sign that the health of the state’s rivers is improving, said Wade Crowfoot, California’s natural resources secretary.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Of all our natural resources water has become the most precious.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson