junkyards

Definition of junkyardsnext
plural of junkyard

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for junkyards
landfills
Noun
  • Drop worn pillows at a textile recycling bin run by organizations like American Textile Recycling Service, which helps divert household textiles from landfills.
    Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 5 Apr. 2026
  • The volumes of textiles being sent to landfills in states like California far outpace repair projects and recycling innovation efforts.
    Lisa Jepsen, Sourcing Journal, 30 Mar. 2026
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“Junkyards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junkyards. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.

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