stone

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His job mainly involves hauling sand and stone on short journeys around Beijing, Zhang told AFP, noting that the truck is not suited for longer shipments.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

One location stood out due to the discovery of about 80 grooved stone axes, which were used to break down and process ore.

From Science Daily • Apr. 29, 2026

Meanwhile, a stone barn that was built in 1776 and was initially used as a “working agricultural structure” has been turned into an 8,000-square-foot “entertainment space and gym.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

"They're taking us back into the stone age as far as I'm concerned", he said.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Using the notches carved into the stone between each bunk, I climbed up and into what was apparently my new bed for the foreseeable future.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin