white metal
noun
1
: any of several light-colored alloys used especially as a base for plated silverware and ornaments and novelties
2
: any of several lead-base or tin-base alloys (such as babbitt) used especially for bearings, fusible plugs, and type metal
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The syrup was stored in unmarked white metal barrels, inspected only once a year.
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Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
The pink and white metals are naturally the most exciting and valuable, which brings me to the present watch, part of the upcoming Exclusive Timepieces Auction by Monaco Legend Group on October 19th.
—Thomas Wojtowicz, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Inside, at 7:20 p.m., a white metal curtain began mechanically closing down, sealing off all but one exit from the rally hall – a clear sign the former president was about to speak.
—Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 17 Sep. 2024
Only five are white metal – four platinum and one white gold.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2024
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Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
The pink and white metals are naturally the most exciting and valuable, which brings me to the present watch, part of the upcoming Exclusive Timepieces Auction by Monaco Legend Group on October 19th.
—Thomas Wojtowicz, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Inside, at 7:20 p.m., a white metal curtain began mechanically closing down, sealing off all but one exit from the rally hall – a clear sign the former president was about to speak.
—Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 17 Sep. 2024
Only five are white metal – four platinum and one white gold.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2024
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“White metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20metal. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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