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roof

[roof, roof] / ruf, rʊf /


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An observation deck on its roof would offer sweeping views of the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The fire service confirmed to the police that the fire had been caused by "deliberate ignition to the roof".

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

During a recent tour of the ballroom site for reporters, Trump said it would feature underground meeting rooms, a military hospital and a "drone-proof" roof.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

I just unboxed a panel and clambered onto my roof, praying I wouldn’t fall off or electrocute myself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

She looked at the salmon-skin mitten hanging from the roof post.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver




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