decomposition

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And since raising their concerns, Ronald's wife Patricia died on 3 February, never knowing how her husband came to be in such an advanced state of decomposition.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

For instance, the rod-leading technique led to decomposition of WC near the top portion of the build, which created defects in the finished material.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

Some may be transformed into compounds that microbes can further break down, while others could become even more resistant to decomposition.

From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026

Trevor Weeks, founding director of East Sussex Wildlife Rescue and Ambulance Service, said the primary risk would be to the water quality due to the decomposition of the potatoes.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

It was a smell of general decomposition but one with universal dimensions, one that an athlete could identify until the day of his death.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy