debris

Example Sentences

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Following a series of bends in the road, the witness noticed debris on the roadway and then saw the Focus in bushes.

From BBC

Over tens of thousands of years, Kalas explained, the region around Fomalhaut would appear to be filled with glowing debris, "sparkling with these collisions" -- similar to twinkling holiday lights.

From Science Daily

Later on Thursday afternoon, parts of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly could see gusts of up to 90mph, bringing the risk of falling debris and potential danger to life.

From BBC

Barger was credited for lobbying to get the space cleared after the fire, before the Army Corps of Engineers’ debris removal plan included places of worship.

From Los Angeles Times

The aftermath of the January 2025 wildfires in the L.A. area has seen much confusion, including in debris removal and the rebuilding process.

From Los Angeles Times