charred

Example Sentences

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Firefighters had to cut open the metal drop box to extinguish the fire, and numerous ballots inside were damaged, some charred beyond recognition.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Behind him, a young man stepped over a heap of charred debris, taking care not to spill his latte macchiato.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

She held a stave of the Clavie - a piece of charred wood from the annual Burghead fire ritual - which is meant to bring good luck.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The appetizers, especially the charred grapes with mozzarella cheese and balsamic vinegar cream, were better than the main course.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The droplets glistened black in the moonlight, as if I were charred inside.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros