burned

Example Sentences

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Burned out by 16-hour workdays, she retired earlier than planned in late 2020.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

"Burned plant matter fuels the biological carbon pump of lakes, allowing them to soak up more CO2 from the atmosphere," said Shurin.

From Science Daily • Dec. 13, 2023

Burned cars and rubble from damaged buildings blocked roads and men worked around the neighborhood to fix broken electricity lines and waterworks.

From New York Times • Jul. 7, 2023

Burned grilled cheese is the definition of the pedestrian.

From Salon • May 15, 2023

Burned, dazed, stunned, the naked eagle was no match even for elderly gods.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman