residue
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Much of my work is about the psychological and the residue that we carry from generation to generation — things that are in the body that surface through the work.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
Videos posted to social media have shown apocalyptic scenes of a burning liquid oozing down the street, and the persistent smoke has prompted complaints of a “black rain” that leaves an oily residue.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026
To create the 2026 report, the EWG analyzed the most recent pesticide residue tests conducted by the U.S.
From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026
Tiny dust particles suspended in the atmosphere are captured by raindrops and deposited onto surfaces, leaving a thin, gritty, reddish-brown residue.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
The essence of pearl mixed with essence of men and a curious dark residue was precipitated.
From "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
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