decomposing

Example Sentences

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Yet beneath the surface, billions of microbes are hard at work decomposing leaves, wood, and other organic matter.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

Three years ago, a group of scientists working from Susan Flores’ neighbors’ backyard using soil vapor sampling detected the presence of volatile organic compounds that they say may be associated with decomposing human remains.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Before Jon Hallford was sentenced, he apologised in court and listened to family members describe having nightmares about their loved ones decomposing in his care.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

"It was so upsetting to see - especially as we believe Floss had been living in the same house as the decomposing remains of her friend."

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

Chairs were broken on the floor, and old, dusty spiderwebs draped the walls and hung from the rotten wood and the decomposing velvet hangings.

From "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman