boxes

Example Sentences

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As kids, we converted this mountain of boxes into forts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Inside the sparse, upscale abode, cardboard moving boxes are still scattered across the entryway, and his shelves lack ingredients.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

She also called on residents to put up swift boxes and use calls to attract the birds to new nesting sites.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

County, ballot drop boxes are collected on a regular schedule by two election workers, according to the county registrar-recorder’s website.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

“I can caulk it, and tarp it, which should keep the water out, but I think the boxes would be a lot safer back in the house.”

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith