razing

[US]/ˈreɪzɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈreɪzɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.completely destroy; level to the ground

Phrases & Collocations

razing buildings

razing neighborhoods

razing forests

razing structures

razing land

razing property

razing houses

razing sites

razing ruins

razing areas

Example Sentences

the city is considering razing the old building to make way for a new park.

razing the abandoned factory was necessary for safety reasons.

the protestors opposed the plan of razing the historic site.

razing the neighborhood would displace many families.

the government announced a project for razing and rebuilding the area.

razing the old stadium was met with mixed reactions from the public.

after razing the dilapidated houses, new homes were constructed.

the decision to raze the school was based on its deteriorating condition.

razing the forest for development raised environmental concerns.

community leaders are debating the implications of razing the park.

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