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plastic

[plas-tik] / ˈplæs tɪk /




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But I also knew that this was a bigger milestone than just getting a piece of plastic shipped to him in the mail.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

They lead storytime, serve breakfast on plastic plates and in sippy cups, lead music and movement activities, and handle tears and rambunctious behavior.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

She quickly discovered that available pelvic models have hard plastic shells around the cervix where providers practice injecting; this prevents trainees from getting the necessary tactile feedback to learn where to inject.

From Slate • Jun. 7, 2026

Others have said that plastic flowers are a cheaper alternative that lasts longer, as rabbits and other animals do not eat them.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

His teddy bear wasn't good biting, because it was too soft; but there was a hard plastic pretzel that he chewed on quite a bit.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry




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