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roof

[roof, roof] / ruf, rʊf /


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Elon Musk’s trusted lieutenant has a ritual for launch days and put a Starlink on the roof of her car.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The dramatic moment that lightning hit the roof, setting it alight, was captured by another resident.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 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

She smiled with sharp, small teeth, then flitted away when some dirt from the roof fell down on her.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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