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railing

[ray-ling] / ˈreɪ lɪŋ /


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The boy at the railing then vaults over it.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026

The view looking out at the Pacific Ocean while sitting in a chair or hanging on the railing at the Mountain is something to cherish.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

My errand took me past a railing that overlooks a large canal where wildlife often visits.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026

The short duration of the VSC in this case was exactly why Norris was railing against the situation.

From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026

I rested against the railing overlooking the basin and waited until I spotted Frankie before continuing on my way.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

There are now window railings at the upper-level Apollo Gallery where thieves broke in.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

Unified School District to add more security cameras on campus, install more safeguards along railings and ensure all campuses have police officers staffed on site.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026

The singer put his own touch on the home, replacing the iron railings and adding a dance studio to the property.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026

Joshua Robbins, 23, leant on the balcony railings of his home in Holland and Thurston Dwellings, Holborn, when it gave way on 26 January.

From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026

Mom and I look at real ones on house tours, and I love running my hand against the wooden railings, even though you’re not supposed to touch anything.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio


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