decomposing

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In a statement Mid Ulster Council said: "Decomposing remains can spread disease, attract vermin, and contaminate land and water, and this kind of behaviour is a clear breach of environmental law."

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Decomposing dead birds perpetuate the cycle of bacterial growth.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 11, 2023

Since Halloween is a holiday devoted to celebrating the scary, you might think that every type of fright would be welcome: Decomposing zombies and slimy aliens, ferocious werewolves and bloodthirsty vampires.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2021

Decomposing plant matter can make soil more or less acidic.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2018

Decomposing fine-grained rock; composed of flesh-coloured feldspar, white quartz, and porcelain clay.

From Account of a Voyage of Discovery to the West Coast of Corea, and the Great Loo-Choo Island by Hall, Basil