coal mining
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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For many in China, the tragedy harks back to the 2000s, a period of regular, deadly coal mining disasters, which is widely thought to have been left in the past.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
The town dates to the Middle Ages and has long been defined by coal mining, followed by steelworks and manufacturing.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
She notes that a proposed coal mining project near Union Bay in 2011 faced strong opposition.
From Science Daily • May 6, 2026
Unemployment and deprivation are the main issues in the post-industrial town once famous for its coal mining and ironworks, says candidate David Hughes.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
“You know a lot more about coal mining than he does.”
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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