dumping

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Last month, I visited a Hollywood neighborhood where one frustrated resident hired her housekeeper to document chronic problems related to homelessness, illegal dumping and criminal activity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

But dumping stocks now, on the threat of a Fed rate hike tied to a resurgent jobs market, isn’t one of them.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

“Is Kenya being reduced to a dumping site?” said Nyawa, the lawyer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

He says other factors, such as illegal waste operators dumping rubbish for profit and confusion over legal responsibilities, contribute to Luton's problem.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Hila pulled a candle from the leather handbag resting on the couch beside her, followed by a black drawstring pouch, dumping the ring onto her hand.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny