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wastage

[wey-stij] / ˈweɪ stɪdʒ /




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It also turns out a lot of wastage comes from using generative AI or agents for things that they’re simply not needed for.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 16, 2026

"Trying to find people that will accept potatoes like that is very difficult. So that ultimately means a lot of wastage for us," Munns added.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2026

Faust added: "This obviously has potential to remove cold chain dependence, reduce wastage and improve access."

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

Countries have taken various measures to cope with the crisis and cushion consumers from the price shocks, including cutting taxes and minimising wastage.

From BBC Apr. 15, 2026

There was no wastage whatever; the hens and ducks with their sharp eyes had gathered up the very last stalk.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell




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