levee

Example Sentences

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His biggest fear would be a breach of a levee protecting the Netherlands -- "the impact would be immense", but he is confident in Dutch preparations.

From Barron's • Nov. 7, 2025

The levee also had the power to reveal otherwise unseen intangibles.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2025

A levee system constructed to divert storm waters away from New Orleans burst in multiple places, sending floodwaters pouring into residential areas, the cause of most of the lives lost.

From BBC • Aug. 29, 2025

Unless you were there, you might think he’s referring to the levee failures that doomed New Orleans.

From Salon • Jul. 25, 2025

They will be needing my help to build that levee.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson