a 'plastic' bullet [=a bullet made of plastic that is used by the police, military, etc., to stop violent people without killing them]
He needed 'plastic surgery' on his face after the car accident.
She used 'plastic' to pay for her new computer.
(..) I can't take it right now. - Howard, leave him alone. - You leave me alone. Larry, have you weatherized yet? I know it looks tacky, but if you put up the plastic, you'll save a lot of money on heating. Those windows are very old. I'm going to, Mom. And I'm sorry I'm late with the rent. (..)2013 TvShow: Orange Is the New Black Title: The Chickening Season: 1 Episode 5