layer upon layer

Frequency: 5.96.1 per million words

many layers of something, one on top of another; often more formal or literary

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Examples (10)

  • The remains lay buried under layer upon layer of black earth.
  • She painted layer upon layer of color onto the canvas.
  • The city's history was built layer upon layer over centuries.
  • Mist enveloped the mountains, forming layer upon layer of ethereal white.
  • The architect designed the building with layer upon layer of protective insulation.
  • His narrative unfolded, revealing layer upon layer of complex emotions.
  • The archaeological dig uncovered layer upon layer of ancient civilizations.
  • She carefully wrapped the delicate porcelain, layer upon layer of tissue paper.
  • The government introduced layer upon layer of regulations, making the process cumbersome.
  • The truth was hidden beneath layer upon layer of deception and secrecy.