dust

Example Sentences

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The dust at this busy recycling plant is pervasive and the steady noise of hoppers and conveyor belts makes this a challenging environment to work in.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Humans can catch hantaviruses from contact with infected mice or rats or their droppings, or being bitten or inhaling contaminated dust.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

Favorites by Diana Ross and Beyoncé are held up to the roar of the crowd before pixie dust is released from the musical’s original Broadway cast album.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

A single particle of dust can upend the entire production process.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

His blue Tang jacket was covered in dust.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu