concrete

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But thousands of men were pouring into Redding to build the dam — a 602-foot concrete behemoth that irrigates millions of acres of Central Valley farmland — and they sure worked up an appetite.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The resolution also emphasised that reparation claims "represent a concrete step towards remedying historical wrongs against Africans and people of African descent".

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Using computer models, the scientists then created 16 types of concrete "tiles" with different ridge heights and patterns that reflected the range of shapes found in natural reefs.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

“There is one concrete thing we can do: Stand together, get trained to be an effective witness, show up when we can.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

The plastic tarp was held in place by long straps that attached to the concrete patio all around it.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz