sprinkler
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After pulling his tee shot towards the trees, Fitzpatrick's ball struck a cart path, ricocheted back on to the green, and was only prevented from trickling into the water by a well-positioned sprinkler head.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
The metal shutters and advanced outdoor sprinkler system are the flashiest parts of Tavangarian’s home hardening project, and the efficacy of these adaptations is still up for debate.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026
"I am really happy to be here. I am just trying to enjoy every moment because you never know what might happen tomorrow," he said shortly before being soaked by a sprinkler.
From Barron's • Jan. 5, 2026
The International Fire Code in 2018 added a sprinkler requirement for bars and nightclubs with occupancy over 300, but adoption varies across America and Europe.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026
Armpit had installed enough sprinkler systems in west Austin to know that people worried about money over there just as much as they did east of I-35.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
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