limestone
noun
lime·stone
ˈlīm-ˌstōn 
: a rock that is formed chiefly by accumulation of organic remains (such as shells or coral), consists mainly of calcium carbonate, is extensively used in building, and yields lime when burned
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The bridge is best viewed from the observation deck located off the limestone bluff.
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Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Lanesboro takes full advantage of its beautiful, bluffy locale along the limestone cliffs of the Root River.
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 7 May 2026
The limestone stairs leading to it are worn by the footsteps of generations of midshipmen — young men and women training to carry the weight of command.
—Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 6 May 2026
Pete Lien & Sons, which supplies materials such as limestone, sand and gravel, did not return email requests or voicemails for comment.
—Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2026
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Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Lanesboro takes full advantage of its beautiful, bluffy locale along the limestone cliffs of the Root River.
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 7 May 2026
The limestone stairs leading to it are worn by the footsteps of generations of midshipmen — young men and women training to carry the weight of command.
—Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 6 May 2026
Pete Lien & Sons, which supplies materials such as limestone, sand and gravel, did not return email requests or voicemails for comment.
—Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2026
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“Limestone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limestone. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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limestone
noun
lime·stone
ˈlīm-ˌstōn
: a rock that is formed chiefly from animal remains (as shells or coral), consists mainly of calcium carbonate, is used in building, and gives lime when burned
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