buildings

Example Sentences

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The big problem, they warned, was the prevalence of tall concrete buildings atop soft soils — the kind that amplify shaking when an earthquake strikes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Local people say it is vital that the land and buildings are kept together to make the farm viable and they are still concerned about the farm's future.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

Some people have lambasted servicemembers for taking selfies outside flattened buildings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

‘Literally two blocks away from where my family was, two buildings collapsed — the whole building,’ Miguel Rojas said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Lisa-Marie Anne is glued to her phone, but Emma presses her forehead against the car window, admiring the buildings and statues and landmarks.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller