How to Use aluminum in a Sentence

aluminum

noun
  • Most of the major works here explore mass and varied surfaces of cast aluminum.
    Dallas News, 14 Nov. 2022
  • Its materials aren't as nice—an aluminum shaft with a fiberglass frame.
    Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 27 Nov. 2024
  • The Information’s report adds it will be made of mesh fabrics, aluminum, and glass.
    Jacob Siegal, BGR, 14 Oct. 2022
  • More than 70% of aluminum in cans is made from recycled scrap metal, which isn’t subject to tariffs.
    The Editorial Board, WSJ, 26 Oct. 2022
  • ThyssenKrupp was among those hurt by the tariffs Mr. Trump imposed on steel and aluminum during his first term in office.
    Melissa Eddy, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024
  • The aluminum boat had only a 40-horsepower motor, slower than others on the Itaquaí.
    Terrence McCoy, Washington Post, 12 Oct. 2022
  • Selection: The brand offers custom units across all window types in aluminum, fiberglass and vinyl window frame options.
    Dan Diclerico, Good Housekeeping, 14 Oct. 2022
  • According to Cartwright, aluminum can react with acidic (think tomato sauce) or salty foods, causing leaching of aluminum into the food.
    Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
  • During Trump's previous term, the U.S. enacted tariffs on steel and aluminum.
    Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
  • It’s made from heavy-duty aluminum and features a stainless-steel handle that is secured with multiple rivets and covered in a removable silicone sheath.
    Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 12 Oct. 2022
  • The first finish is Natural Aluminum and features deep black contrasted against natural toned aluminum.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
  • Made from light yet heavy-duty aluminum, the suitcase features TSA-friendly locks, smooth spinner wheels, and a roomy interior.
    Time, 14 Nov. 2022
  • The foundation could be a raft made of tree logs; pontoon made of fiberglass, steel or aluminum; plywood barge or scow floats made from salvaged wooden and metal hulls; or box floats made of wood, metal or Styrofoam.
    oregonlive, 28 Oct. 2022
  • The aluminum frame is durable enough to toss the poles to the ground on a water break and get smashed against rocks.
    Lindsey Lapointe, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024
  • It's made in Italy out of aluminum and comes in a 2-inch or 3-inch size.
    Alex Erdekian, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
  • The lights are made of aluminum but come in a bronze tone for a polished look.
    Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2023
  • The midnight aluminum sports band is a bonus that's sure to get you a bonus as well.
    Kelsey Stiegman, seventeen.com, 25 Apr. 2023
  • The sturdy aluminum base should also stand the test of time.
    Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2024
  • The frame can be made of aluminum, steel, or resin, which is a type of plastic.
    Veronica Graham, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2023
  • Here, a strong, yet-lightweight, aluminum hull helps counter the weight of the battery.
    IEEE Spectrum, 3 Oct. 2023
  • The chair sounds like a sheet of aluminum as it’s being removed, the video shows.
    Brooke Baitinger, Idaho Statesman, 18 July 2024
  • Choose those made from aluminum, which is lighter than steel.
    oregonlive, 29 May 2023
  • Instead of fiberglass, the shell is made of aluminum, which is lighter and warmer.
    Will Egensteiner, Popular Mechanics, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The centers of the wheels are made from aluminum, while the outer rims are made from carbon fiber.
    Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNN, 20 Mar. 2023
  • The drag is sealed, and the aluminum spool is braid-ready; Pflueger lists the capacity as 180 yards of 4-pound test braid.
    Morgan Lyle, Field & Stream, 4 May 2023
  • Plus, the new Jet Black aluminum case paired with a sleek black sport band gives it a refined, sporty look.
    Juhi Wadia, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Leather is one of the most popular options and is quite durable, and aluminum is one of the strongest ones.
    Courtney Campbell, Good Housekeeping, 10 Aug. 2023
  • Silver Yachts’ 295-foot all-aluminum Bold shows that it can be done.
    Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 3 Feb. 2023
  • Some copper cookware, but not all, have a layer of aluminum in the core.
    Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Jan. 2023
  • Carbon fiber is lighter than aluminum and much lighter than steel.
    Aarian Marshall, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2023

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