soffit

Example Sentences

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They’re an essential defensive measure protecting your yard, foundation, roof, fascia, soffits and even basement from long-term water damage.

From Seattle Times

The alternative would have been clumsy soffits built at an extra cost to hide the pipes that hung below traditional or engineered floor joists.

From Seattle Times

This could be ridge vents or fixing soffits.

From Seattle Times

"I try to avoid creating soffits and keep a clean rectangular ceiling, especially if you want crown moldings. Too many corners in the walls and ceiling is visual clutter that makes the space feel smaller."

From Salon

Of all the things at which tree squirrels excel — burying acorns; raiding birdfeeders; gnawing on soffits — perhaps their greatest skill is leaping.

From Washington Post