sinkhole

[US]/ˈsɪŋk.həʊl/
[UK]/ˈsɪŋk.hoʊl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a depression or hole in the ground caused by the collapse of a surface layer; an underground cavity formed by the dissolution of limestone or other soluble rock

Phrases & Collocations

large sinkhole

sinkhole formation

sinkhole collapse

sinkhole danger

sinkhole repair

sinkhole discovery

sinkhole risk

sinkhole warning

sinkhole investigation

sinkhole event

Example Sentences

a large sinkhole appeared in the middle of the road.

the sinkhole swallowed several cars parked nearby.

residents were evacuated due to the expanding sinkhole.

scientists are studying the causes of sinkholes.

the sinkhole caused significant damage to the building.

emergency crews worked quickly to secure the sinkhole area.

local authorities issued warnings about potential sinkholes.

the sinkhole formed after heavy rainfall.

residents reported hearing loud noises before the sinkhole appeared.

insurance claims related to sinkholes have increased significantly.

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