plastic
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Upon arriving at the scene, they determined that methyl methacrylate, a volatile liquid used to make plastic, was leaking out of a 34,000-gallon vat.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Under her spell, steel is transformed into supple leather, sagging vinyl, crinkled plastic.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Stepping through the plastic strip curtains, it was the heat and humidity of the house that hit first, then the striking array of colourful flowers and plants.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Upon arriving at the scene, officials determined that methyl methacrylate, a volatile liquid used to make plastic, was leaking out of a 34,000-gallon vat.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
I had started getting the food ready again, but now all I can do is clutch the plastic bag of carrots to my chest.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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