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bin

noun

ˈbin

Definition of bin

as in box

a covered rectangular container for storing or transporting things a storage bin for hats and gloves put plastics in this recycling bin, and glass in that one

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Recent Examples of bin There’s also a useful amount of storage in the door bins plus three USB-C ports and a wireless charging pad, although the LX does without the last of these convenience features. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2026 The same goes for deep door bins that appear designed to hold gallon containers of milk. — Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 21 July 2026 Due to their small bins, those with large homes may need more than one robotic vacuum. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026 Perhaps most disturbing, however, is that lingering food particles on the lid, rim, or bottom of the bin (because even the strongest trash bags can rip) attract critters like mice and roaches. — Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bin

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Canada were the biggest advocates, with 27 box-throws attempted.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 21 July 2026
This shifts the focus from proactively preventing abuse to bureaucratic box-checking designed to block lawsuits; not protecting athletes.

— Katie Uhlaender OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

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Access to another exit near the kitchen might also have been narrowed by shelving units and lockers, said Kittharath, who visited the scene Monday morning.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 July 2026
Some sailings bring special guest photographers and photo instructors onboard, while some National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions even feature a gear locker where people can borrow and try out new equipment for a short time.

— Kristen E. Pope, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

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The ratchet strap — typically used for securing truck cargo — was wrapped around a leaning tree trunk at least twice the girl’s height.

— Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026
Her mark is a guest who was struggling to remove a stroller from her trunk and keep up with her older child.

— Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of trunk

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Gocaj did not die from the fall but as a result of burns and the inhalation of scalding steam, along with blunt-force injury to her chest, according to the city’s medical examiner.

— David K. Li, NBC news, 17 July 2026
Gotze controls the ball on his chest and volleys into the far corner, all in one movement.

— Adam Hurrey, New York Times, 17 July 2026

Definition of chest

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Police found Jones' cellphone still inside the apartment and discovered her dog locked inside a crate, where it had apparently been left without food and sitting in its own waste for several days.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026
One dog died in a crate, three died in a trailer and two died in a car in a parking lot.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

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