pail

Example Sentences

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The simplicity of a brain plopped in a pail for scientific research becomes something of a mordant sight gag.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2024

For instance, in 1887, John Robinson, a Black inventor from West Virginia, filed a patent for a pail.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2024

This immediately summons for me an image from “The Friend” in which the protagonist uses a child’s pail and shovel to clean up after the Great Dane she has been tasked to care for.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2023

A garbage pail is placed in one corner in case, well, you know.

From Washington Times • Apr. 25, 2023

“Willodeen!” he cried as he passed a metal pail to the woman beside him.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate