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Grave

/ɡrˈeɪv/
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(noun) An excavation in the earth as a place of burial.

The boy dug a grave for his dog that had died.
The boy dug a grave for his dead pet.
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The situation in the war-torn region remains ____, with many people still lacking access to food and water.

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