brick

Example Sentences

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Cherry claimed her colleagues on the finance and audit committee found that Murrell was "refusing to show them the books", while questions asked by the national executive committee were met with a "brick wall".

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Swallowing the massive pills felt like forcing a brick down a paper towel roll.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

"His death is my greatest pain," said Cherifa, her voice trembling, from inside a rough brick shelter.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

The kitchen is certainly the crown jewel of the home thanks to its marble countertops, island, and brick stove.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

I glanced out Mama’s single window at the brick wall three feet away.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom