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excavation

[eks-kuh-vey-shuhn] / ˌɛks kəˈveɪ ʃən /


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Trump, who built a career as a real estate developer, has frequently touted the project, gushing over the sounds of jackhammers and excavation trucks.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

This was particularly important in connection with underground activities like excavation and extraction, he said, pointing for instance to quakes triggered by disposal of wastewater from the fracking industry in Texas.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Moore had discovered an ichthyosaur in Dorset's cliffs and invited Sir David to be part of the excavation.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

As their excavation continued, the team found eight more similar jawbones, each about six inches long.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

As they began their work, none of these dedicated individuals had any idea that before this extraordinary excavation was over, more than nine years of effort and 7,500 hours of diving time would be required.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler




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