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insulation

[in-suh-ley-shuhn, ins-yuh-] / ˌɪn səˈleɪ ʃən, ˌɪns yə- /


NOUN
an insulator
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The BBC has, for years, reported on the poor quality of insulation work carried out under the government programme, which has led to damp and mould and put some people's health at risk.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

QXO, the building products roll-up founded by billionaire Brad Jacobs, announced on Sunday that it would acquire insulation firm TopBuild for $17 billion, expanding its capabilities across the building products value chain.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

The combination will bring together QXO’s leading positions in roofing, waterproofing, lumber-related building materials, and associated products with TopBuild’s insulation capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Snow Secure uses a similar concept, with a cooling blanket made from a material commonly used as home insulation in Finland.

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

Rust flakes, bits of insulation, a roll of wire.

From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi



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