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Vocabulary Entry
nonrenewable
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Referring to a resource that cannot be replenished naturally or is finite.
Example Sentences
"Coal is a nonrenewable energy source that takes millions of years to form."
"Many experts argue that reliance on nonrenewable resources is harmful to the environment."
"The government is investing in renewable energy to reduce its dependence on nonrenewable fuels."
N
noun
A resource that is not capable of being replenished naturally in a short period of time.
Example Sentences
"Oil and natural gas are examples of nonrenewables that contribute to climate change."
"The depletion of nonrenewables poses a significant threat to future energy security."
"Transitioning to renewables can help decrease our reliance on nonrenewables."