emptying

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On the day Waldorf was admitted to the hospital, ProPublica had published an investigation on the death of Amber Thurman, a 28-year-old medical assistant who died of infection after doctors delayed emptying her uterus.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Asian countries are rationing fuel, governments are emptying their crude-oil stockpiles, airlines are canceling thousands of flights, and Middle East alliances are fracturing.

From Barron's • May 15, 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

She thought it meant "emptying your mind" but realised it was more about noticing your thoughts and "letting them pass".

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

“Here, I’ll draw you some fresh, Miss Love,” I said, emptying the bucket into the wash pan.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns