fire engine

Example Sentences

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It said another factor was the lack of a transponder on the fire engine.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Another filmed himself checking on his home, and you can see exactly what he sees when he comments “not a fire engine in sight.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

He saw a fire engine parked next to a hydrant on his street, and called for help.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

Chris Shepherd, from Stafford, was at the site at about 09:00 BST and saw the first fire engine arrive.

From BBC • May 20, 2025

I gave up and headed to the last alarm, the sound of the fire engine clanging in the background.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm