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materials

British  
/ məˈtɪərɪəlz /

plural noun

  1. the equipment necessary for a particular activity

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They can take aim at particular events, goods and materials, and exceptions can excuse particular companies.

From The Wall Street Journal

The administration says these deals are about protecting national-security interests—ensuring a domestic supply of critical materials and advanced technology.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Digital games have only extended the range of games available, not replaced it. Many people prefer to maintain the real-life experience of handling traditional materials in a communal, real-life setting.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Researchers around the world are eager to confirm the existence of such materials.

From Science Daily

The service would be benign, they say, if it stuck to the delivery of materials, such as light bulbs and batteries, that can be recycled.

From Los Angeles Times