household

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Inside the tank is an estimated 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a durable, lightweight and transparent polymer that can be used in household goods or as a glass substitute.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

The scandal shook the country and upended the career of Kim Soo-hyun, who is a household name in South Korea.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Working for a household name will impress your high-school buddies at your five-year reunion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“India’s household AC penetration stands at under 10% versus 30% globally,” Yavuz says.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

“She’s tried. I’m a slow learner. Especially when it comes to household chores. I can almost set the table. Almost.”

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein