demolition
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He represents a group of residents potentially affected by the expansion, and estimates the demolition would displace some 3,000 people.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
The Hill Group said it worked with ecologists and the council throughout the demolition of Regent House to ensure works complied with planning requirements and to safeguard wildlife.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
As people sent her photos of the East Wing’s demolition, she could “barely look,” she writes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
The council's planning committee had rejected previous proposals for the demolition of the site for apartments.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
“Let’s get a spot on the grandstand for the demolition derby. If we go now, we’ll get front row seats.”
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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