without a roof
Example Sentences
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The majority of the buildings were homes in Altadena, leaving an untold number of residents without a roof.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2025
In a demonstration, EVs inched along without a roof, allowing parts to be slotted in.
From Reuters • Sep. 18, 2023
The admission intensified fears among some about the city’s ability to fulfill its right-to-shelter commitment, a court-ordered agreement that for decades has required the city to house anyone without a roof over their head.
From Seattle Times • May 11, 2023
Not far away, Jake had created a room without a roof between two trestle pilings, complete with sofa, table and work space for an artist.
From Salon • Mar. 8, 2023
He stood once more and again in his high flat house without sides to it and without a roof with his soulless sword standing upright in his hand.
From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston
