masonry

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His graciousness even extended to the treatment of wooden water tanks, which he often wrapped in masonry to give them the appearance of little temples—much nicer to look at from the street.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

A decision has been postponed for years, but now with falling masonry, lingering asbestos, regular fires and exploding toilets, everyone agrees the work needs to be done.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

In 2007, MIT filed suit against Gehry’s firm and the general contractor Skanska USA, alleging persistent leaks, cracking masonry, poor drainage and sections where ice and snow slid off the building.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2025

A mechanical excavator had ripped through the facade of the East Wing, leaving a tangle of broken masonry, rubble and steel wires, AFP journalists at the scene saw.

From Barron's • Oct. 20, 2025

Justin’s master often hired him out for masonry work and a sympathetic employer made arrangements with the railroad on his behalf.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead