bury
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The contaminated Mobuoy dump at Campsie in County Londonderry, discovered in 2013, was used to bury thousands of tonnes of rubbish at a site spanning more than 100 acres.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
“In Ituri, people want to bury their own family members.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
"We dig graves and bury dead people without gloves or any protection," said Salama Bamunoba, a youth organisation representative.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
“Part of the decision about where to bury him is about money and if we’ll have enough for his viewing, his embalming and sending him to Washington or Mexico,” Michelle said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
I take the wasp’s body outside and bury it.
From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle
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