ash

Example Sentences

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“Man, that thing went from ashes to new life,” said Rivas.

From Los Angeles Times

The chimneys of the power plant dominate the skyline, pumping plumes of ash and smoke.

From Barron's

Then he learned he would have to pay $20,000 to $40,000 to connect his home, which was damaged by smoke and ash, to Edison’s new underground line.

From Los Angeles Times

Radio DJ Edith Bowman says a suitcase containing her grandfather's ashes that went missing has been found empty.

From BBC

In my view, there’s no contradiction because wearing ashes in public, unlike righteous acts of giving alms, fasting and praying in public, is a sign that we are sinners and in need of repentance.

From The Wall Street Journal