Example Sentences

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“When you study the destruction in Pacific Palisades and Altadena, note what didn’t burn — unconsumed tree canopies adjacent to totally destroyed homes,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2025

Unsurprisingly, this wanton waste takes a significant environmental toll, with an estimated 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions tied to unconsumed food.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2024

Between 8-10% of global carbon emissions are linked to unconsumed produce, according to a UN report.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2022

The fires were still burning, the huge logs unconsumed.

From The New Yorker • Jun. 1, 2015

The bride had divided the unconsumed food among the waiters.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith