burial

Example Sentences

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Graveyards and cemeteries regularly run out of burial space across the UK, and the problem is especially acute in London.

From BBC

He reassured them “that every effort is being made to return their son, a brave hero, for burial in Israel,” his office said in a statement.

From The Wall Street Journal

The burials revealed family groupings, with some of women's remains found to be of local origin.

From BBC

The siblings have said their grief has been compounded by delays to her burial, which took two months, and by Ms Thompson losing her job at Santander.

From BBC

The council adds: “Exemptions generally include one’s primary home, personal belongings, household items, a vehicle, burial funds up to $1,500 or a life-insurance policy with a cash value up to $1,500.”

From MarketWatch