recoverable

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These materials are often considered waste, but they may still contain valuable elements that were not economically recoverable at the time.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

So far in the 2024-25 financial year, they have identified 13 cases of polygamous working, which has saved £113,000 in recoverable savings.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026

The term “proved reserves” represents oil deemed recoverable under certain technical and economic assumptions, but not necessarily oil that can be produced quickly or cheaply.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

In the medical device cases, the affiliate firm, which was responsible for funding the marketing campaign, took 55% of recoverable attorney fees, according to an agreement between the two firms.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

Problem may be recoverable with remote update of Pathfinder.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir