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eaves

NOUN
overhang
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All the candidates want to improve on California’s Safer from Wildfires program that offers modest discounts for homeowners who install closed eaves and take other measures to make their homes wildfire resistant.

From Los Angeles Times May 1, 2026

Around the base of the vents, he found a family of rodents and their droppings, along with gaping holes under the eaves of the roofline that allowed them inside.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 8, 2026

As depicted in a finely detailed illustration by Mr. Thompson, long eaves hang over the house’s facade.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 30, 2026

The house will be better shielded against fire, Abraham said, with concrete roof tiles, tempered windows, sprinklers and enclosed eaves.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 4, 2025

Clinging for dear life to the rope, he launched himself over the edge of the eaves.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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