roof

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“He shot through the roof, but it feels like it’s all organic,” said Webster, 49, who said she isn’t paid for her political work.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

They have also set tighter criteria for claims on expensive items like roof replacements.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

“State Farm came out and inspected the roof and said, ‘Nope, you’re good’.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Firefighters arrived to see flames shooting through the roof of 3996 Iowa Avenue when they arrived, said Riverside Fire Division Chief Greg White.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Shrieks and the flapping of a thousand leathery wings as bats in their hundreds, disturbed from their daytime rest, fell from the roof of the cave and wheeled around them, beating at their faces.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda