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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

Some researchers are concerned retailers could use personal data to set higher base prices for individuals, without their knowledge, when algorithms detect things like urgent need or high disposable income.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 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

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

He had been observed singing “White Christmas” and dragging a plastic disposable cup top around his cell with a string, calling it his “car.”

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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