carbon

Example Sentences

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Catalytic converters turn toxic gases into water vapor and carbon dioxide, making car exhaust fumes less environmentally damaging.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

These included suspending duties on all imports with the exception of those from Russia and Belarus and adjusting the carbon border tax to soften its impact, she said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Under the EU’s emissions-trading system, or ETS, companies whose operations emit climate-changing carbon dioxide must pay for a permit for each metric ton they emit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Instead, Europe is considering rolling back carbon regulations.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

Jennifer filled out the form for one roll of birthday wrap and handed Mrs. Cantrell the carbon copy.

From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English