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as in dirt
foul matter that mars the purity or cleanliness of something
got some sort of soil on my white pants
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as in dung
solid matter discharged from an animal's alimentary canal
the horse lifted its tail and deposited its soil on the grass
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as in ground
the loose surface material in which plants naturally grow
bought rich soil to plant flowers in
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as in to stain
to make dirty
oil and grease soiled the mechanic's shirt
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Recent Examples of soil
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
On Sunday, not long before Team Melli landed on U.S. soil, President Donald Trump announced the two sides had agreed to a deal to end fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Saba Hamedy,
NBC news,
16 June 2026
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
1 June 2026
Volcanic vineyard soils on display at Omina Romana.
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Layne Randolph,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Noun
Key Takeaways Water basil every three to four days, adjusting for weather and soil dryness.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
On Sunday, not long before Team Melli landed on U.S. soil, President Donald Trump announced the two sides had agreed to a deal to end fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Saba Hamedy,
NBC news,
16 June 2026
Verb
Pods are convenient and mess-free, but cost more and lack flexibility for delicate or heavily soiled loads.
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Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
1 June 2026
Volcanic vineyard soils on display at Omina Romana.
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Layne Randolph,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soil
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All of us — probably the Newsoms included — will just have to wait to see if the fine-tooth combs of the feds pick up any dirt.
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Body oils, dead skin, dirt, soap scum, mineral deposits, hard water stains, and mold can stick to the walls, door, grout, and floor, leaving a grimy film.
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When not elbow-deep in dino dung or outrunning raptors, Laura Dern's heartfelt performance in Jurassic Park shows why women really deserve to inherit the Earth — and all of the acting awards.
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The team ended up with a jar of elephant dung scent.
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While on the road - Opt for the middle lanes and remain on higher ground.
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Like his idol Paul Bocuse, Keller has created a proving ground for exceptional chefs in addition to an outstanding restaurant to dine at.
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Martinez said the land should have never been sold to private developers because it’s included in the California State Lands Commission’s tidelands trust, which says certain land near the ocean must be available for public enjoyment.
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In Utah, federal land managers have closed public lands near the Cottonwood Fire as a precaution, and in New Mexico, forest officials closed campgrounds and trails near a wildfire burning in the Jemez Mountains.
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Prosecutors said a boxcutter stained with what appeared to be blood was found in the car, and there were also possible bloodstains found on the steering wheel and exterior door.
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At the site, an Associated Press reporter saw rubble and chunks of concrete stained with blood.
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France played through the rain and muck to beat Iraq 3-0 behind two goals from Kylian Mbappé.
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People get mired in all kinds of muck and yuck by the slop on social media.
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His ideal mix for vegetables is a combination of topsoil, compost, and lava fines, aka lava sand, which help oxygenate the soil.
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Queen Camilla closed out the 2026 Royal Ascot on Saturday with a second, shorter shoe streak, returning to Eliot Zed’s sand suede pumps after spending the meeting’s first three days in Chanel.
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Big dreams may crash down to earth when daily reality gets involved.
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But from a theatrical standpoint, the opportunity to descend into the earth, wander through dark corridors, and sample historic bottles by candlelight?
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“Soil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soil. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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