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"They basically just threw it into the trash can at this point," he says.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

That leaves Farage to face off with the only other candidate: Count Binface, a satirical figure who campaigns with a trash can on his head.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

Other times, it’s so strong it’s as if she stuck her head inside an old trash can that’s never been cleaned.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

The Brooklyn street performer/stuntman Leh-Boy rode through throngs of revelers with a trash can balanced on his head.

From Salon Jun. 17, 2026

Jule tossed Donovan’s keys and phone in a trash can.

From "Genuine Fraud" by E. Lockhart




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