recycle
verb (used with object)
to treat or process (used or waste materials) so as to make suitable for reuse.
recyclability
-
a word derived from
recycle.
Example Sentences
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California has a law with specific recyclability standards to reduce plastic pollution and waste: plastic bags are only allowed if they are recyclable, clearly labeled as such, and include instructions for consumers to recycle them.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2025
Aluminium has strong recyclability credentials; it is considered to be infinitely recyclable, compared with plastic, which loses its quality after being recycled several times.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2025
Carmakers are legally required to include details on recyclability in their adverts so customers can take this into account before buying.
From BBC ● Apr. 1, 2025
They pursued the strategy despite warnings from state regulators who predicted the arrows would lead consumers to overestimate the recyclability of plastic packaging.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2024
Taking advantage of paper's recyclability and lightweight nature, the engineered battery holds promise for a more environmentally friendly source of energy.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 3, 2024
