plastic

Example Sentences

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She urged the regulators to “move rapidly,” not only to regulate plastic in drinking water but prevent it from getting into drinking water in the first place.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

These preforms, which look like plastic test tubes, are sold to brands and bottle manufacturers to be shaped into plastic bottles of the desired shape and size.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The 29-ounce plastic bag has a “Great Value” label and a best if used by date of Feb. 10, 2027.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

And, if the war drags on, everything from medical testing to plastic packaging could be negatively impacted.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

Emma asks as I tug the plastic bag out of the bush.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller