How to Use thermoplastic in a Sentence
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Not only that, but the thick thermoplastic shells took our bat swings and shoves like a champ — no dents or scratches to speak of.
—Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2023
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The crosswalks are made of thermoplastic polyurethane pavers.
—USA TODAY, 3 June 2019
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The case, made of thermoplastic polyurethane, is comfortable and durable.
—Ellen McAlpine, CNN Underscored, 14 Sep. 2020
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Made out of thermoplastic polyurethane, this packing cube is built to withstand long-term use.
—Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2022
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The Top Load Kennel has a heavy-duty thermoplastic frame and sturdy steel grates.
—Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 8 July 2023
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The knife comes with a durable thermoplastic sheath with mounting options, which means the user can wear it in different ways.
—Jace Bauserman, Field & Stream, 15 June 2023
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The Squam Lake Booties are the best slippers for outdoor use due to the thermoplastic rubber sole that provides great traction and arch support.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2023
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The case itself is a flexible piece of thermoplastic polyurethane that absorbs the shock of minor drops and protects the back of your iPhone 8 from scratching.
—Michael Desjardin, USA TODAY, 25 Sep. 2017
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Hildreth dons a harness around his waist, equipped with a thermoplastic brace for back support.
—Jessica Gelt, latimes.com, 15 Mar. 2018
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The unique design incorporates a helix made of a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), wrapped around the outside of the hose.
—Bradley Ford, Popular Mechanics, 26 June 2020
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Most of the rest is made from thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), which Salomon plans to recapture and use as a component in ski boots planned for release in 2022.
—Laura Onstot, Outside Online, 6 Apr. 2021
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One of the commenters said that a cheap thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) case yellowing over time shouldn’t surprise anyone.
—Jacob Siegal, BGR, 25 May 2022
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Sleek Alpolic aluminum composite sheets hang from the outer edges of the thermoplastic polyolefin roof.
—oregonlive, 7 Feb. 2023
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Polarized synthetic lenses yield a crisp view, while the light, springy thermoplastic frame fits snug but not too tight.
—Mike Steere, Outside Online, 27 May 2022
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For just $13 on Amazon, all the joys of non-modern heating become mine, a thermoplastic bag filled nightly with hot water.
—Gear Team, Wired, 24 Dec. 2020
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One of the best features is the thermoplastic handle, which stays cool in extreme temperatures.
—Sophie Dodd, Peoplemag, 16 June 2023
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The toe and heel of the boot are wrapped in thermoplastic urethane (TPU) to protect these abrasion-prone areas, and there’s a hard lip at the heel to facilitate pushing them off with your other foot.
—Chris Meehan, Popular Mechanics, 15 Dec. 2022
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Made out of thermoplastic resin, our pick for the best modern soap dispenser boasts a stunning gloss finish with a striking square silhouette.
—Courtney Kittel, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2023
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The balls are made from thermoplastic rubber designed to strengthen muscles while easing joint and carpal tunnel pain.
—Mary K. Tatum, Ms, Verywell Health, 5 July 2023
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There are thousands of them, comprised of thermoplastic elastomers (a combination of plastic and rubber), that serve as the shoe's foam.
—Chris Chavez, SI.com, 25 July 2019
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The patch, which is about 0.1 millimeter thick, is made of a layer of thermoplastic material.
—Margaret Osborne, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 June 2022
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Protected by a Boltaron (thermoplastic) sheath, wear this lightweight knife on your belt, store it in an upland vest pocket, or keep it inside a tackle box.
—Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley, Outside Online, 2 Dec. 2022
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More Biology and Tech The e-tattoo is built from the thermoplastic polyvinylidene fluoride and graphene, which is an allotrope of carbon that's 100 times stronger than steel.
—Daisy Hernandez, Popular Mechanics, 26 June 2019
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It's made of 40% wood fiber and 60% thermoplastic polymer, which can be molded into a variety of frame styles and painted any color during the design process.
—Bridget Degnan, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2021
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High-quality plastic, such as ABS thermoplastic polymer, is durable and sturdy against even thick ice.
—Sarah Halverson, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2023
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This ball is made from 100% thermoplastic polyurethane and the materials are imported.
—Chris Hachey, BGR, 21 May 2021
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Tire cord fiber—made out of a thermoplastic material used to strengthen tires—is the most common type of fiber manufacturers use.
—James Fitzgerald, Popular Mechanics, 2 Aug. 2022
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With a slim construction and protective thermoplastic polyurethane bumper, this case keeps your iPad Pro protected while giving it a rustic look.
—Ellen McAlpine, CNN Underscored, 14 Sep. 2020
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Made of high-density nylon with a thermoplastic coating, it's designed to resist scratches and stains.
—Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2023
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Adding the thermoplastic starch will not compromise the quality of PLA, such as the strength, clarity and other desirable features, researchers said in the release.
—Isabelle Butera, USA TODAY, 7 Aug. 2023
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