natural resources

NOUN

resource from the earth

Synonyms

STRONGEST

raw material timber water

WEAK

mineral deposit natural deposit

Example Sentences

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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 Paracel and Spratly Islands are also believed to sit atop stores of natural resources and potential energy reserves.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 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

The natural resources of the area were enough to support its human population.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari