Example Sentences

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The scene mirrored the energy of a film set, all drama and specific lighting and smoke billowing from mysterious corners, honoring the house’s relationship with cinema.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

She described looking down into the street and seeing "black billowing smoke" and an "orange glow where the door was".

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Footage from the scene shows a fireball at the refinery, with thick smoke billowing out across the city.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

At their peak, those processing facilities would run three shifts, billowing steam morning, noon, and night.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

“Agreed,” said Alexander, dodging back and forth behind the billowing curtain.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood