decomposing

Example Sentences

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A court has turned down their request but ordered the authorities to protect the body from decomposing.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The decomposing waste generates methane, which scientists say is responsible for at least a quarter of global warming.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

It said it had to make a "painful decision" to use the decomposing body "as the only anchor to safely reach the calf".

From BBC • May 6, 2026

These are intended to simulate how solid waste could release chemicals inside the landfill as it’s exposed to leachate — liquid waste from rainfall or decomposing garbage.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2025

The leaves stick together like floppy pages in a decomposing book.

From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson