emptying

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Footage captured O'Hara and Stewart emptying the cans as McLaughlin climbed onto the roof.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Through his work in business improvement districts in Hollywood and South Park, he said, he has seen the city do a poor job with basic services such as emptying trash cans and maintaining clean streets.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

One of GLP-1's key roles is slowing gastric emptying, which helps regulate blood sugar and contributes to weight loss.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

The emptying of al-Hol ends a military and diplomatic impasse that long frustrated the U.S. and other world powers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026

I glanced over at Roberto, who was emptying his bucket into a sack.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez