sinkhole
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The goal is to better understand the geological processes that influence sinkhole formation, disappearing streams, and underground water movement.
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
A massive sinkhole nearly 30 feet deep swallowed his backyard, coming within 3 feet of the house.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
The sinkhole was believed to have been caused by a ruptured sewage pipe.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
The driver of the road sweeper, whose vehicle fell down the sinkhole, was unharmed.
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
Reporters had been calling Dads office, the Department of Civil Engineering, asking how a school could be built over a huge sinkhole.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
Vocabulary lists containing sinkhole
Earth Science - Middle School
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Earth Science - High School
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Earth Science - Introductory
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