dumping

Example Sentences

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"By reusing plastic waste that is already in Hawaii, we can reduce the environmental and economic impacts of transporting waste plastics from the islands, incinerating it or dumping it in Hawaii's overflowing landfills."

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

Workers were seen dumping hydrogen peroxide along the pool’s perimeter, which did clear up the water along the perimeter.

From Slate • Jun. 19, 2026

On Tuesday, photos appeared online of workers dumping gallon jugs of hydrogen peroxide into the pool.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

In Hollywood, a resident hired her housekeeper to help report illegal dumping of goods that are often used to construct more homeless encampments, leading to all sorts of problems.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

I realize they must have seen me dumping the final vial.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera