laid to rest
Example Sentences
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Among them is a headstone marking where a 12-year-old was laid to rest.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
Their remains were only recently recovered and identified, allowing them to be laid to rest.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
Hichilema's government had wanted to bring Lungu home for a state burial, while his family wants him laid to rest in South Africa where he died.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
This week the remains the crews recovered were finally laid to rest.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
The shield made a mild clanking sound as it was laid to rest in its niche.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
