debris
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“There’s a lot of debris that comes down, and we work with our recovery forces in order to ensure that it doesn’t hit them. But of course we don’t want it to hit anyone else.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
The debris takes a long time to decay, meaning the ground is stable until…it isn’t.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Decades ago, the original builder had entombed old construction debris instead of hauling it away.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Saudi Arabia's defence ministry said debris from intercepted ballistic missiles fell in the vicinity of energy facilities in the east of the kingdom.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
Natalie climbed the moving stack of furniture and debris under the window.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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