trash can

Example Sentences

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“I’d never been a human trash can before.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

The homeowner, who only described himself as “rattled,” had prepared a trash can and sandbags to place in front of the entrance once the bear left.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2025

But she seems open to hearing more as she stands there, one hand still resting on her trash can.

From Slate • Oct. 27, 2025

People may dump their morning coffees or afternoon pick-me-up snacks in the trash can before they hop on the bus, which may or may not be cleared in time.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 25, 2025

Audrey threw wads of paper at her trash can, missing every shot.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence