rocks

Example Sentences

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He told police that he been walking ahead of his father when he heard the sound of rocks sliding and turned to see that Isak Andic had fallen.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

The study relied on thermal history models, which help scientists trace how rocks cooled as they moved closer to Earth's surface during periods of mountain uplift and erosion.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

Small pieces of his vessel were scattered among the rocks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

"These models were constructed using thermochronology methods and reveal how rocks cooled down when they are brought towards the surface during mountain uplift and subsequent erosion," Associate Professor Glorie said.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

He could feel the rocks listening, the twisted trees silently warning him back.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver