demolishing

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“We’re encouraging people to spread out and support independent businesses rather than all going to one place and demolishing the kitchen.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Sabastian Sawe wasn’t the only winner Sunday when he became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours in a legal race, demolishing the world record at the London Marathon.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

Trump has embarked on several other major renovations in Washington, including demolishing the East Wing of the White House, where he aims to build a huge ballroom.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

The straightforward solution, after demolishing the adjoining building, would have been to extend the facade to the south.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

The city made good on its promise to bulldoze blighted areas, demolishing thousands of derelict houses and hundreds of crumbling businesses in Hayti.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson