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Rubble
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the damaged bricks, stones, or other material of a building that remain after its destruction
What is "rubble"?
Rubble refers to rough, broken pieces of stone, brick, or concrete often used in construction, especially for foundations, walls, or as filler material. These pieces are usually irregular in shape and size and can come from demolished structures or be naturally formed. Rubble is valued for its strength and durability in certain building applications.
rubble
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Example
The ancient castle was reduced to rubble after the earthquake.
The fire reduced the historic building to rubble, devastating the local community.
After the collapse of the old building, the rubble began to sink into the foundation.
After the earthquake, the rescue of survivors from the rubble became the top priority.
The demolition crew used heavy equipment to pulverize the concrete structure into rubble.
