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Recent Examples of eaves trough
Gutters in the shape of troughs are installed along the eaves, which is why they are sometimes referred to as eaves troughs.
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Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2024
Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eaves trough
gutter
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Cuban treefrogs tend to lay their eggs in small artificial water sources, such as buckets, bird baths, ornamental ponds, clogged gutters, rain barrels, flower pots, kiddie pools, and water troughs.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
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During a previous hearing, applicant Brian Will — who as DPR chairman recused himself from the committee’s discussion and vote — said the city of San Diego is requesting installation of a sidewalk, curb and gutter as part of the project, though there are no other sidewalks in the immediate area.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 May 2025
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“Eaves trough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eaves%20trough. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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