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His voice echoed in the damp tunnel where the spent nuclear fuel will be buried in holes drilled into the bedrock, where it will remain harmfully radioactive for thousands of years.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Corpses of Ebola victims are highly infectious and must be buried safely to contain the spread.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Over 4000 are alleged to be buried there.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

When his children pass away, he continues, maybe they’ll be buried on the moon, or on Mars.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

There is a streak of goodness in men that can be buried or hidden and then emerge unexpectedly.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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