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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This picturesque location is one of Ontario’s natural gems, known for its towering limestone cliffs, centuries-old trees and an intricate cave system.
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Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
The church and its 136-foot bell tower were built with limestone from Bedford and over 1 million bricks from Brazil, Indiana.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
Historic status won’t protect it Neighborhood and preservationist groups have, for years, attempted to save the Jeserich Building and other buildings on that corner, including the limestone Ward building, built in 1905, from demolition by developers.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2025
Quarry Trails Metro Park Via Ferrata, Columbus, Ohio One of the first urban via ferratas in the USA, the Quarry Trails via ferrata is only a 15-minute drive from the Ohio State Capitol in Columbus; limestone from this quarry was used to build many downtown landmarks.
—AFAR Media, 30 Sep. 2025
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Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
The church and its 136-foot bell tower were built with limestone from Bedford and over 1 million bricks from Brazil, Indiana.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
Historic status won’t protect it Neighborhood and preservationist groups have, for years, attempted to save the Jeserich Building and other buildings on that corner, including the limestone Ward building, built in 1905, from demolition by developers.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2025
Quarry Trails Metro Park Via Ferrata, Columbus, Ohio One of the first urban via ferratas in the USA, the Quarry Trails via ferrata is only a 15-minute drive from the Ohio State Capitol in Columbus; limestone from this quarry was used to build many downtown landmarks.
—AFAR Media, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Limestone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limestone. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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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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