as in attacking
to place hidden explosive devices in or under
the troops hurriedly mined the field before relinquishing it to the enemy
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Strip mining it in the US can be particularly destructive to the environment, uprooting entire ecosystems.
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Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
11 June 2026
Oh, and the show seems to be priming us for a heel turn by Geri, who appears to be mining Paula’s horrific situation for magazine material.
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Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
Traffic through the strait plunged after Iran retaliated by attacking ships and mining the sea lane.
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Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Director Gar O’Rouke’s documentary captures the clash of cultures between the aging locals of scenic Cinque Terre, Italy, and the online creators mining their paradise for content.
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Marlow Stern,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
11 June 2026
Oh, and the show seems to be priming us for a heel turn by Geri, who appears to be mining Paula’s horrific situation for magazine material.
—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
Traffic through the strait plunged after Iran retaliated by attacking ships and mining the sea lane.
—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Director Gar O’Rouke’s documentary captures the clash of cultures between the aging locals of scenic Cinque Terre, Italy, and the online creators mining their paradise for content.
—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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He is accused of attacking a 27-year-old man with a beer mug inside the Hula Bar on Saturday night.
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Liv Morgan controversially interrupted Iyo Sky's coronation, attacking her and forcing a tap-out.
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French officials condemned the damage to the ancient monastery, comparing it to bombing Notre-Dame, while Ukrainian religious leaders called it a crime against humanity.
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Another bad fix bombing out the moment it was most needed.
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“Mining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mining. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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