burying

Example Sentences

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Mohammed Asasa had only just returned home after burying his 80-year-old father Hussein when several children ran into the house shouting, "the settlers are digging up the grave!"

From BBC • May 10, 2026

In Altadena, Edison is burying the smaller distribution lines, which carry power to homes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Qom could also serve as the location for the previous supreme leader, but burying tyrants in Iran can be complicated.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

But Suggs had other ideas, burying a three-pointer and then finding Carter Jr for a running dunk and a 115-114 victory.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

Arturo leaned forward, propping his elbows on his knees, burying his face in his hands.

From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez