smelting

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Freeport-McMoRan’s massive copper mining and smelting operation sits on the hills above the towns of Miami, Claypool and Globe in eastern Arizona.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

At times Half Man is a searing hot take on masculinity - but there is far more in Gadd's smelting pot here.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

As global smelting capacity declines, Century is particularly well-positioned to benefit, because its margins keep rising.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to place about 9% of global supply at risk and is affecting plans to expand smelting capacity, ANZ Research analysts say in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

A black cloud of smelting smoke blew over the beach, enveloping them in haze and ash.

From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi