How to Use polycarbonate in a Sentence

polycarbonate

noun
  • The shells are made of polycarbonate, and the frame is aluminum.
    — Dallas News, 14 July 2022
  • The pine frame is topped with manuka sticks and polycarbonate sheets.
    — Karen Bruno, WSJ, 1 Aug. 2018
  • There are polycarbonates and acrylics, clear and tinted and opaque.
    — al, 7 May 2020
  • One is a piece of polycarbonate that could be used for a helmet visor.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN, 24 Feb. 2021
  • It’s made out of glass rather than polycarbonate and weighs 211 grams.
    — Prakhar Khanna, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Its durable hard polycarbonate shell not only looks sleek, but can take a beating, too.
    — Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 24 Apr. 2022
  • This rugged watch case is made from polycarbonate and hard anodized aluminum.
    — Chris Hachey, BGR, 24 Nov. 2021
  • The back of the case has a hard, smooth polycarbonate finish with a cutout for the camera module.
    — PCMAG, 15 July 2024
  • The shades offer a cat-eye look with extreme flare and a polycarbonate frame with flat lenses.
    — Nicola Fumo, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2021
  • The cards have a detailed black and white photo laser-engraved on a polycarbonate card.
    — Drake Bentley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 23 May 2022
  • And the smooth feel with dual-tone finish on the polycarbonate back feels solid.
    — Prakhar Khanna, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
  • The only part that isn't wood is the lightweight polycarbonate roof panels that let the light stream in.
    — Jessica Cherner, House Beautiful, 31 Jan. 2023
  • Drop sent the polycarbonate variant, in both the black and white colors, with our review unit.
    — David Paiz-Torres, PCMAG, 12 Sep. 2024
  • It's made with a polycarbonate outer shell that's tough enough to handle those kinds of tumbles.
    — Maya McDowell, House Beautiful, 29 Jan. 2019
  • The backboard is made from polycarbonate plastic to withstand a tough game.
    — Popular Science, 1 May 2020
  • The polycarbonate hard shell case is the perfect solution for those not wanting to check a bag.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 19 Nov. 2022
  • There are some benefits and drawbacks to the polycarbonate made cups.
    — Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2022
  • Keep in mind that although this option is affordable and stylish, it is made out of polycarbonate.
    — Kaitlyn McInnis, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2023
  • The stylish bags are made of a durable hard-sided polycarbonate with a vegan leather trim and polyester lining.
    — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 16 Jan. 2023
  • The polycarbonate build is break resistant and durable, as well as resistant to odors and stains.
    — Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2024
  • On the front is also a polycarbonate grille instead of a fabric cover.
    — Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2024
  • The surface of the polycarbonate hard shell is textured to resist and conceal marks.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2024
  • The Nato is offered in six lens colors in both glass and polycarbonate.
    — Chris Dorsey, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2021
  • The Mini, which is made with the same durable polycarbonate shell as its full-size suitcases.
    — Zoe Malin, NBC News, 7 Dec. 2020
  • The hard-shell suitcases are made with a strong polycarbonate (plastic) that will hold up to the wear and tear of transit.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024
  • This blend gives you some benefits of both but still isn't as durable as 100% polycarbonate.
    — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 24 June 2022
  • The core of the cup is made from rigid but flexible polycarbonate and the cup features ergonomic and soft edges.
    — Chris Hachey, BGR, 25 May 2021
  • The style of the bag is pretty functional with the hardshell polycarbonate being the star of the show.
    — Patrice J. Williams, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2024
  • The Away Carry-On has proven to be tried and true with its durable polycarbonate hard shell.
    — Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2023
  • Tables in the center of the room won't be used because there was no way to separate them with the polycarbonate sheets.
    — Daniel Higgins, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 28 May 2020

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