demolishing
- present participle of demolish.
Example Sentences
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Trump has embarked on several other major renovations in Washington, including demolishing the East Wing of the White House, where he aims to build a huge ballroom.
From Barron's ● Apr. 25, 2026
The straightforward solution, after demolishing the adjoining building, would have been to extend the facade to the south.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 20, 2026
The trust argued that the White House failed to seek necessary reviews and permissions before demolishing the East Wing and should have filed plans with the commission before starting construction.
From BBC ● Mar. 5, 2026
Authorities will also begin reinforcing buildings that are able to be rehabilitated "and demolishing those at risk of collapse", he said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 9, 2026
I was halfway across when the planes came roaring, demolishing the sky over the Severn Valley.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
