Etymology
Origin of aboveground
Example Sentences
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Fires like the one at Navotas pose a different set of challenges from aboveground blazes, said Superintendent Anthony Arroyo, a spokesman for Manila's fire bureau.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
Should there be a marble aboveground tunnel connecting him to the steps of Marine One?
From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026
They focused on aboveground forest biomass, which reflects how much carbon is stored in trees and other vegetation.
From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026
But sources familiar with the Pentagon's intelligence assessment say Iran's centrifuges are largely "intact" and the impact was limited to aboveground structures.
From BBC • Jun. 24, 2025
Eventually, I leave the room because my head starts to ache or it’s time to eat or if I don’t get aboveground I might start screaming.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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