pail

Example Sentences

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Our toddler’s diaper pail in the hollow of a crawl space mixed with the remnants of the dining room.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2025

The simplicity of a brain plopped in a pail for scientific research becomes something of a mordant sight gag.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2024

Robinson’s updated pail had separate compartments for food and liquids, and was designed so items within could be heated using a small lamp.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2024

A garbage pail is placed in one corner in case, well, you know.

From Washington Times • Apr. 25, 2023

I swiveled around, the milk sloshing over the edge of the pail.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff