charred
Example Sentences
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When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 C.E., volcanic ash overwhelmed the city and transformed more than a thousand papyrus scrolls in a local library into fragile, charred remains.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 26, 2026
The Dome fire has charred more than 3,000 acres since it ignited on Tuesday just north of Wawona Dome in Yosemite, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026
The footage appears to show a charred stretch of desert, with parts seen resembling wings and an engine from an F-15.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
More than 40 hours after a deadly ferry fire began, Philippine rescuers have boarded the charred remains of the MV June Aster in search of dozens of missing people.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
He hurdled the charred remains of a chair, then pushed half a table out of his way to reach the prince.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
