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sewer

[soo-er] / ˈsu ər /


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Connot searched the scientific literature and found reports describing a similar phenomenon in large municipal sewer systems.

From Science Daily Jul. 6, 2026

Concern about the health of the River Test grew in 2024 when heavy rain saw overflow sewer outlets spill into the river during what Southern Water called "exceptional circumstances".

From BBC Jun. 18, 2026

Victor Hugo wrote in “Les Misérables” that “the sewer is the conscience of the city,” and Mr. Paré-Poupart takes this dictum to heart.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 12, 2026

The think-tank has examined how the technology could help or harm dozens of professions -- from cobblers to sewer cleaners, farmers to tea sellers.

From Barron's Jun. 11, 2026

All the water that was still in the sewer system when the water was turned off.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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