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Recent Examples of mummifyHackman, 95, and Betsy Arakawa, 65, were found partially mummified in their Santa Fe, New Mexico home on Wednesday, February 26 by maintenance and security workers.—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025 Save for a bit of hair and bile, the former shelter dog’s stomach was largely empty at the time she was found, partially mummified.—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2025 The condition of the remains – decomposing and partially mummified – as well as new evidence from Hackman’s pacemaker, suggest the couple had been dead for several days, possibly weeks.—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN, 7 Mar. 2025 Details continue to emerge, including a search warrant affidavit report that Arakawa's body was found partially mummified and that multiple dogs were found alive, with more to follow in the coming weeks.—Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mummify
Other signs of mold or spoilage include shriveling, leaking juice, soft spots, or an off smell.
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Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
Making the most of peak foliage New England is currently experiencing drought conditions — despite a wet spring and early summer — which is causing leaves in some places to turn brown and shrivel up.
Quince Flowknit Mid-Rise Jogger The Quince pants are crafted from a blend of recycled polyester and spandex, which is quick-drying, moisture-wicking, and stretchy for ultimate comfort while traveling.
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Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
Rinse and dry your pan, and then swipe a light layer of oil around the cooking surface.
But greens like spinach and Swiss chard can be sauteed in a pan until wilted.
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Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
Crafted from faux oak leaves, pumpkins, and foliage, this pick won’t wilt or rot after several months outside, and it can even be packed away in storage to use again next year.
Once those reserves are exhausted, China may be tempted to broker a deal to buy American soybeans, but those hopes may wither when the Southern Hemisphere's harvest season begins early next year.
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Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
26 Sep. 2025
Competition, however, has withered in American elections.
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