building

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I sometimes hoped I’d get a call in the middle of the night: “The building burnt down, and all your stuff is gone. Congratulations!”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

The unions include those for school clerical workers, plant and cafeteria managers, building trades and school police.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Organon’s stock surged on Friday following the acquisition report, building on an 18% rise Thursday.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The monument, if approved, would be taller than the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Max and I stepped out of the building, and the cool night temperatures were beginning to settle.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith