human remains
Americanplural noun
Example Sentences
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An AFP correspondent in Ansar saw a destroyed building as rescuers working to remove human remains from the rubble, and a swimming pool clouded and grey from dust and debris.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
The mystery around a missing Southern California woman continues after authorities say human remains found near a 2,000-acre recreational area in northern San Diego County are not those of Angelica Brophy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Scientists studying ancient human remains have frequently used evidence of congenital infection when debating whether syphilis was present outside the Americas before the voyages of Christopher Columbus.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 12, 2026
"They were affected yesterday and we will be in touch to let them know that it was not human remains," Bradbury said.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
There was nothing in the room that could have been human remains.
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
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