Example Sentences

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He instituted one of the biggest changes in Apple’s history: a buyback program that has recycled hundreds of billions of dollars of profits into company stock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

In addition to serving up some of the tastiest IPAs in the city, Fremont Brewing adopts zero-waste production practices, has recycled material in its cans, uses 60% renewable energy, and invests in sustainable ingredient sourcing.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 21, 2023

Szaky said TerraCycle has recycled approximately 40 million candy wrappers worldwide since 2014.

From Washington Times • Oct. 29, 2022

In his attraction to imagery past its expiration date, Pittman has recycled fragments of old wallpapers as painterly backdrop.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2019

“I think Albert’s idea is fascinating. How Earth has recycled its water over and over. Extraordinary, Albert!”

From "Fish in a Tree" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt