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quarry

[kwawr-ee, kwor-ee] / ˈkwɔr i, ˈkwɒr i /


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There are strict rules in California around the purchasing of dynamite, which is generally restricted to licensed professionals working in mining and quarry operations, building demolitions, tunneling projects and specialized industrial activities.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

People have been urged to stay away from a flooded quarry where the water has a pH level "comparable to bleach", following a surge in visitors over the bank holiday weekend.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The specimen was first uncovered by a retired chicken farmer, who had sourced rocks from a nearby quarry to build a garden retaining wall.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

One sub plays the quarry and the other helps hunt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

“Hey,” he said in surprise as their quarry looked around desperately.

From "Trouble at the Arcade (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #1)" by Franklin W. Dixon




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