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Wordabulary

nonrenewable

Pronunciation
Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Describing a resource, such as coal or oil, that cannot be replaced once it is used up.

"Fossil fuels are nonrenewable, unlike solar or wind energy."

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Which word fits the gap? "Fossil fuels are _____, unlike solar or wind energy."

Answer: nonrenewable

In your own words, what does "nonrenewable" mean?

Describing a resource, such as coal or oil, that cannot be replaced once it is used up.

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