Example Sentences

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During heavy rains, water spouts from the mouths of carved dragons on the corners of the roof.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

The Bayesian sank near the town of Portofino on 19 August of last year during freak weather, with reports of water spouts.

From BBC • May 14, 2025

It is nutrient-packed, like the rest of its cruciferous brethren, yet it has not always garnered the same respect as cauliflower, Brussels spouts or even broccoli.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2024

They look like small teapots with long spouts, and usually are made of ceramic or plastic.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024

Icy air spouts from four slotted squares above our heads, a reminder that this room was intended to preserve seeds.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera