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solid matter discharged from an animal's alimentary canal researchers tracked the wild gorillas by following the piles of dung

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Recent Examples of dung Living in the wood economy means relying on wood, dung, and other basic bioenergy. Ted Nordhaus, Foreign Affairs, 30 Aug. 2016 But be careful not to hit any of the rodents or the rodent dung. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2025 Ancient Egyptians saw some scarabs as representations of new life because the insects are known for rolling balls of dung and then laying their eggs in them, the Israel Antiquities Authority said. Saleen Martin, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2025 Their young would then hatch from these balls of dung. Saleen Martin, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dung
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Noun
  • The world of American soccer has a rare, priceless opportunity arriving a year from now: the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be hosted largely on U.S. soil.
    Becky Sullivan, NPR, 17 June 2025
  • After the piñas are added, the pit is blanketed with leaves from the agave plant and natural fibers, then covered with soil.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 17 June 2025
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  • Step 13: Vacuum And Mop The Floor Sweep or vacuum the kitchen floor to remove any loose dirt or debris, and then mop the floor with a heavy-duty cleaner, making sure to clean any spills or stains.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
  • Whether your teen wears makeup or not, cleansing helps wash dirt and oil that might irritate the skin.
    Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 12 June 2025
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  • Nutrients can come in different forms, including over-fertilizing your garden or lawn or excrement from fish.
    Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Mount Everest climbers now have to take their poop away with them, as human excrement has become a big problem on the world’s highest peak.
    CNN, The Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2024

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“Dung.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dung. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.

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