water main
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of water main
First recorded in 1795–1805
Example Sentences
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The park shut for a day in July 2018 after a burst water main left homes and businesses in the surrounding area without supply or on low pressure.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
On July 16, a major water main break in West Hollywood forced the closure of a section of Sunset Boulevard and displaced some residents.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 2, 2026
Gatwick Airport and the local area also suffered water issues in July 2022, when low pressure caused by a burst water main affected 1,200 houses and closed toilet facilities at the airport.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
The Cambridge water utility’s “incident” website says there have been four water main breaks since early June, including one Thursday afternoon at Boxworth Road and Cotterells Lane.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
Grandpa wouldn’t pay to hook into the new water main and sewer system, either.
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
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