natural resources

NOUN

resource from the earth

Synonyms

STRONGEST

raw material timber water

WEAK

mineral deposit natural deposit

Example Sentences

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US government documents said Stone will work on "rebuilding relations between the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and the United States, with a focus on trade, natural resources, and humanitarian relief".

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

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

However, she also noted that any clean energy project should respect Tribal sovereignty, protect cultural and natural resources and ensure equitable benefits.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Poor in natural resources, its trade crippled by high tariffs and low demand, Japan was struggling to support a growing population.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand