materials

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Passed in the wake of Watergate, when President Richard Nixon tried to keep incriminating materials from being made public, the law changed who legally owned the papers: It was now the American public.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

But these reserves don’t translate into a reliable supply for U.S. manufacturers, she said, because the country exports raw materials and lacks the processed minerals to plug into tech supply chains.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

It means sign-language interpreters in classrooms, learning materials for visually impaired students, trained teachers and digital platforms designed with different users in mind.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Lanning said she and other teachers frequently buy classroom materials out of pocket, but healthcare costs severely restrict their ability to continue to do so.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

There was absolutely nothing in the room, book, newspaper, or even writing materials; so I opened another door in the room and found a sort of library.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker