main shaft
Americannoun
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RBC remains confident the Taylor development there is on track for first production in 2H FY28 from the decline, and 1H FY29 from the main shaft.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
The main shaft is protected by a 50cm-thick, seven-tonne door made of flame-resistant concrete and reinforced with steel.
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2025
Rescuers were attempting to clear cages, skips and other debris blocking the main shaft while drilling other shafts for communication, ventilation and possibly to lift workers to the surface.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 20, 2021
But the depth of the water in the mine’s main shaft has prevented them from exploring the tunnels.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 10, 2019
Zooey was sitting in the main shaft of sunlight in the room.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
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