catalytic
Britishadjective
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It expects production to increase to more than 90% of capacity within weeks, once the Residue Catalytic Cracking Unit restarts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
Catalytic converter theft has become common across the U.S. because the car part is easy to steal, includes no identifying markings and is very valuable.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2025
Catalytic converters are valuable targets for thieves as they contain precious metals which can be sold.
From BBC • May 27, 2024
Catalytic converters are easily stolen and contain precious metals including platinum.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 16, 2023
"Have you ever heard of a Catalytic process, Dorothy?" beseeched Katherine.
From A Rock in the Baltic by Barr, Robert
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