dumping
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A video clip went viral after it showed her clad in Knicks gear and nonchalantly dumping the contents of the blue-and-orange trash can onto the sidewalk before walking off with it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
Workers were seen dumping hydrogen peroxide along the pool’s perimeter, which did clear up the water along the perimeter.
From Slate • Jun. 19, 2026
In Hollywood, a resident hired her housekeeper to help report illegal dumping of goods that are often used to construct more homeless encampments, leading to all sorts of problems.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026
"I'd like to know the reason why they thought our country is a dumping site," said Priscilla Waimani, 47, wrapped in a Kenyan flag.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Sneaky’s my best friend and all, but right now I feel like dumping a spoonful of ketchup on his brand-new shoes.
From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist
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