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

The unemployment rate for workers under 35 with a master’s degree has rarely been higher in 20 years, according to Burning Glass Institute data.

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

Yet Sutherland’s careful experiments suggested the opposite: Burning did little to harm invertebrates, whereas flooding—which was recommended—decimated them.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

“Tristan Strong. Hmph. Well, Tristan Strong, what are you doing flopping about in the Burning Sea? You could’ve dragged us all down into a right nasty time trying to rescue you.”

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia