burning

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Burning the oil, a technique known as an in situ burn, can prevent the slick from expanding.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Job postings for U.S. accounting and auditing roles that mentioned AI more than doubled in 2025, to 2,535 from 1,178 a year earlier, according to data from the Burning Glass Institute.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

British troops set fire to the White House and other public buildings in August 1814 as part of the Burning of Washington.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Burning reed beds is a quick way to restore them, but everyone knew it should be avoided because it killed soil invertebrates, such as snails and earthworms.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

Burning pitch was one thing, wildfire quite another.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin