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unsanitary

[uhn-san-i-ter-ee] / ʌnˈsæn ɪˌtɛr i /


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The communities can give rise to unsafe or unsanitary conditions, but removing people against their will raises legal and humanitarian concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026

During the second inspection, inspectors found decaying organic waste, wastewater, food residue, unsanitary conditions that allowed the breeding of flies, as well as live and dead flies along the northern perimeter of the warehouse.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026

Many detention facilities reportedly suffer from overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, and spotty access to healthcare.

From Slate ● Jul. 8, 2026

It is further claimed the property was unsanitary, with soiled nappies and spoiled food and drink littered around.

From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026

He did his best, but the conditions were unsanitary.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys


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