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eaves

NOUN
overhang
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That Safety Zone would be at least one foot wide, or extend to the edge of the roof eaves, whichever is farther.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

The heat risk in a studio apartment under the eaves with no through air -- windows on just one side for example -- was a negative point for Camille Couturier during a viewing with Denke.

From Barron's Aug. 11, 2026

Fire hardening includes measures such as cutting back brush, installing fire resistant roofs and closing eaves to resist fire embers.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 23, 2026

Around the base of the vents, he found a family of rodents and their droppings, along with gaping holes under the eaves of the roofline that allowed them inside.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 8, 2026

The first few times I saw her after the conversation under the eaves, I was ready for at least a bit of huffiness, but no, she was completely civil, if a little flat.

From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro




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