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Definitions

materials

NOUN
data
Synonyms
STRONGEST
dossier evidence goods info input knowledge picture statistics testimony
STRONG
abstracts circumstances compilations conclusions details documents dope experiments facts figures measurements memorandums notes proof reports results scoop score
WEAK
brass tacks chapter and verse whole story
NOUN
goods
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cargo freight stock textile
STRONG
bolt commodities fabric line load seconds stuff wares
WEAK
vendibles
NOUN
line
Synonyms
STRONG
commodity goods involvement produce trade wares
WEAK
vendibles
NOUN
order
Synonyms
STRONGEST
application purchase shipment
STRONG
amount booking bulk commission engagement goods quantity requisition reservation reserve stipulation
NOUN
supplies
Synonyms
STRONG
food foodstuffs items material necessities provender rations replenishments stock store stores
WEAK
raw materials
NOUN
ware
Synonyms
STRONGEST
commodity fabric merchandise textile
STRONG
bolt cargo commodities freight line load seconds stock stuff
WEAK
vendibles

Example Sentences

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When recycled materials are stranded because of onerous trade restrictions, the result is lower investment, fewer jobs for American workers and unstable supply of feedstock for U.S. manufacturing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Yet the cost of raw materials dropped 2.6% last month.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

“I will not allow any corporation to sell harmful, toxic materials to consumers at a premium price under the guise of wellness and sustainability,” he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Find insight on gold futures, Astra International and more in the latest Market Talks covering basic materials.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Twig was moving at double speed, and by the time I pulled out my notebook, she’d already organized our materials.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller