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dung

noun

ˈdəŋ

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as in soil

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 Elephant dung might be the surprising key to saving a species, protecting rare ebony and shaping the future of guitar-making. — Kimberly Richardson, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 To help the herd accept the calf after his time away, rescuers coated him in fresh elephant dung to mask any unfamiliar scents. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026 Release of dung increases soil organic carbon and helps build soil structure that improves water filtration and soil aeration. — Paige Stein, Hartford Courant, 4 May 2026 They can be sampled using standardized trapping methods worldwide, since they are easily attracted to dung and carrion, which allows for comparable data across different regions. — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dung

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After about a month of consistently moist soil in a warm place with bright, indirect light, your chrysanthemum cutting should be rooted.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
Stronger downdraft winds and loose, dry soil can impact how much dust is lifted into the air.

— Brandi D. Addison, AZCentral.com, 30 Aug. 2026

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Police also said there was dog excrement in both of the children’s bedrooms, according to the documents.

— Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
The inspector counted over 15 pieces of roach excrement under the three-compartment sink, and 20 on the front counter floor.

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

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