Example Sentences

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Unburned gas consists primarily of methane, a potent greenhouse pollutant.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Unburned test ponds displayed species characteristic of aquatic systems such as zooplankton.

From Science Daily • Dec. 13, 2023

Unburned pavers and bags of sand sat off to the side of the garage, ready to be laid down.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2022

Unburned islands within the fire’s perimeter provide “the opportunity for an ignition source, the winds provide the transport and the convection will provide the lift to get those embers over our fire lines,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2021

Unburned green foliage all about was singularly beautiful in that golden glow.

From Operation: Outer Space by Leinster, Murray