disposable
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For instance, Everlane, an American direct-to-consumer clothing brand that touts its sustainable and ethical practices, is being purchased by Shein, the fast-fashion brand associated with cheap, disposable clothes.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
US personal consumption expenditures rose by 0.5 percent in April, but disposable personal income fell by 0.1 percent.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
With the wealth effect from Americans’ vast holdings of stocks — at a record 250% of disposable income based on Federal Reserve flow-of-funds data — rising stock prices have been driving consumer spending.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
We are told to work hard, get degrees and pursue stable careers, yet many of us still feel economically disposable.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
The survival kit did have soap, it turned out—a few disposable packets tucked into a comer of the knapsack.
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
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