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Depleted
/dɪˈpliːtɪd/adjective / verb (past participle)
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Depleted describes something that has been reduced or exhausted to a significant degree, often leaving it in a state of scarcity or emptiness. In today's world, it's commonly used to highlight issues like overfished oceans or drained energy resources, emphasizing the urgency of conservation and renewal efforts.
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Depleted uranium, a denser form of uranium left after the enrichment process removes most of its radioactive isotopes, is used in armor-piercing ammunition and has been deployed in conflicts like the Gulf War, but it poses long-term environmental hazards as it can contaminate soil and water for thousands of years.
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