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Rubble

Definition

(noun) The remains of something that has been destroyed or badly damaged, especially a building; a mass of broken or crumbling material. Often used to describe the aftermath of natural disasters, wars, or demolition.

Example Sentences

1The city was left in rubble after the devastating earthquake, with rescue teams struggling to locate survivors.
2The construction site was a mess of rubble and debris, with workers carefully clearing the area to begin rebuilding.
3The ancient temple lay in rubble, its once-majestic columns now reduced to scattered stones and dust.
4After the hurricane, the town was left to pick up the pieces, literally, as residents sifted through the rubble of their homes.
5The artist's latest sculpture was a commentary on urban decay, featuring a miniature cityscape in rubble, with crumbling skyscrapers and abandoned streets.

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