laid to rest

Example Sentences

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Today, the mystery boy was properly laid to rest.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Souther also shared a GoFundMe link and a note that Perrine’s final wish was to be laid to rest at the Hollywood Hills Forest Lawn Cemetery.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

But Katherine said due to the rule changes she can no longer be laid to rest with Carrie-Anne.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

For decades, the site intrigued scientists because of unusual skeletal traits and the way the two individuals were laid to rest.

From Science Daily • Feb. 17, 2026

The intrepid traveler was laid to rest in a grandiose funeral.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende