fire station
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of fire station
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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The woman’s attorney, David Ring, said his client had no reason not to trust Renteria: They were at a fire station after all, and there were others just inside.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
Devin Fox, a 26-year-old Ella fella, has posted several videos about Langley’s music from the fire station where he works as a firefighter and paramedic.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
Under his leadership, the city made major infrastructure investments in its downtown, including an expanded library, a new senior center and a new fire station.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025
The outline of the fire station next to the market is still visible but the top of the building appears to have been torn off.
From BBC • Oct. 30, 2025
New fire-fighting gear replaced outdated equipment at the main Hayti fire station.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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