property damage

noun

: damage or destruction to houses, cars, etc.

Few people were hurt during the storm, but property damage was great.

Examples of property damage in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Flood-prone roads and low-lying areas may be closed due to elevated runoff and overflowing streams, while urban areas may receive more significant flooding and property damage due to rapid runoff. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026

Four Mile Historic Park in Denver suffered property damage and theft in a recent break-in. — Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 6 Sep. 2026

If the falling fence poses an imminent danger, could likely injure someone, is causing significant property damage, is blocking your driveway or access, and your neighbor is unreachable, contact local authorities. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2026

Woods was initially charged with DUI, causing property damage and refusing to submit to a lawful urine test. — Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for property damage

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