compost

Example Sentences

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Not only dreams but broken dreams — the compost that can happen when you digest broken dreams.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

In a space mission setting, the worms could generate compost from discarded materials such as food scraps or cotton clothing and hygiene products that would otherwise be thrown away.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

Last week, we reported on technology that turns loved ones into compost after death.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

The stalks have been saved for compost – which Nina says she's considering turned into some kind of furniture.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

Joel will spread the compost on his pastures.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan