ash

Example Sentences

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His poems can seem like black crystals; hold them to the light and they glint with ash, Scripture, lovers’ voices and breath.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“Smoke impacts can vary over time and by location. If you see ash or smell smoke, take precautions to protect your health,” the advisory said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

One especially noticeable blue-black patch in the rougher section of the valley is believed to be volcanic ash that was later redistributed by Martian winds, as seen in the accompanying 3D perspective views.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

"From the shelter, we can see ash and rock material continuously being ejected," he said.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

I race through the flames, not caring which direction, just away from the heat and smoke and ash and burning, across the dirt, through heaps of leaves, up over rocks.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz