plumbing

Example Sentences

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Last year, Thames Water said it had identified 2,294 plumbing misconnections across London over the previous five years.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

They overhauled the 1930-founded building’s plumbing and electricity, added a raw bar, a wave-like wooden overhang and a fish tank, and adorned the dining room with lobster traps, mounted fish and other nautical decor.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

“More than 1,500 vessels and tens of thousands of seafarers remain trapped in the Gulf, a stark reminder that the plumbing of global energy has not been restored, only managed.”

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Then I threw my back out lifting a 50-pound bag of Quikrete, I nearly fell off the ladder pruning trees, plumbing began to look unappealing and everything took longer than anticipated.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

After using the toilet—Aunt Rose had indoor plumbing, thankfully, even if she didn’t have electricity—Ophie tiptoed downstairs to the kitchen.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland