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aluminum

[uh-loo-muh-nuhm] / əˈlu mə nəm /


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Some aerospace, high-tech and military applications require the purity of primary aluminum, leaving the U.S. dependent on imports to meet some of its most critical needs.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

The U.S. has been adding aluminum recycling plants, which melt old cans and scrap.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

During the 20th century, the U.S. led the world in aluminum production.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

Much of the Canadian aluminum entering the U.S. comes from Rio’s Saguenay operation, which ships about 70% of its output across the border.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

Burl and Lenny brought aluminum lawn chairs in from the yard for us and nearly knocked each other over trying to sit next to Jackie.

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor


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