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disposable

[dih-spoh-zuh-buhl] / dɪˈspoʊ zə bəl /


ADJECTIVE
paper
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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Concern has grown over disposable children’s diapers, many of which contain chemicals, plastics and other ingredients linked to health and environmental risks.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds said the government had taken "decisive action" to address the harm caused by disposable vapes.

From BBC • 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

They’re fed up with a dating culture that makes them feel disposable, competing with an endless stream of suitors on apps where someone else is just a swipe away.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

In the gas station Shadow bought a Clean-U-Up Kit, which contained a razor, a packet of shaving cream, a comb, and a disposable toothbrush packed with a tiny tube of toothpaste.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman




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