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Examples of tombstone in a Sentence
the historic cemetery's many tombstones marking the graves of children are telling reminders of the harshness of pioneer life
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Chief’s gravesite Another highlight at the fort is the tombstone and grave of Chief, the last cavalry horse on the U.S. Army rolls.
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The plaque in question was placed on his grave at the time, however, after his wife, Ethel May Towne Johnson passed away, the plaque was replaced with a tombstone that reflected both lives.
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Thomas even told Barnett that J.E. was killed, even presenting him with sham photos of her tombstone.
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Genetic testing confirmed a DNA match to the remains, and Copernicus was reburied with a new, clearly marked tombstone.
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A tombstone bearing his name and the names of eight others missing from the battle was erected over the grave.
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More Indiana coverage In a press release and statement, town officials state that unmarked graves were identified beyond the area marked with tombstones.
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More Indiana coverage In a press release and statement, town officials state that unmarked graves were identified beyond the area marked with tombstones.
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After 14 games and a major-league-high 23 home runs allowed, including a two-run homer by Logan Forsythe in the third inning, Arroyo’s tombstone could be getting carved.
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First Known Use of tombstone
1565
Tombstone
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geographical name
Tomb·stone
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ˈtüm-ˌstōn
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Definition of Tombstone
city in the southeastern corner of Arizona population 1380
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Tombstone was site of the gunfight at the O.K. Corral in 1881.
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