recoverable

Example Sentences

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Gold production declined to 97,000 recoverable ounces from 287,000 in the year-earlier quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

These materials are often considered waste, but they may still contain valuable elements that were not economically recoverable at the time.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

She said: "Based on the fireball trajectory, the event occurred over the North Sea so, sadly, we do not expect any recoverable meteorites."

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

“Any fines and penalties incurred in connection with the Eaton Fire will not be recoverable from insurance, from the Wildfire Fund, or through electric rates.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

The land mass of Texas is rich in recoverable spoil.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck