Example Sentences

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It is understood contractors have been emptying the store.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2023

Sanctions following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine have boosted demand for sugar and other food staples there, and store shelves have been emptying due to food hoarding.

From Reuters • Mar. 17, 2022

Contradictory messages from authorities over the scheme and plans for a city-wide lockdown have sparked panic buying by residents, who have been emptying supermarket shelves for over 11 days.

From Reuters • Mar. 10, 2022

While they have been emptying their lobster pots, small pieces of plastic brought out of the water are being collected.

From The Guardian • Oct. 7, 2018

She and her company are having their large wash and have been emptying their water-tubs.

From The Pearl Story Book A Collection of Tales, Original and Selected by Colman, Mrs. (Pamela Chandler)