structural damage

Frequency: 8.228.3 per million words

damage to the main frame or load-bearing parts of a building or vehicle

structuralADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

damage

Examples (10)

  • The earthquake caused significant structural damage to the historic bridge.
  • Engineers are currently assessing the extent of the structural damage after the fire.
  • The car was written off after the accident due to severe structural damage.
  • Buyers should check for hidden structural damage before purchasing old properties.
  • Residents were evacuated because the building showed signs of serious structural damage.
  • High winds during the hurricane caused minor structural damage to the stadium roof.
  • Most home insurance policies do not cover structural damage caused by termites.
  • A thorough inspection revealed no major structural damage to the building's foundation.
  • Prolonged exposure to moisture can lead to permanent structural damage in wooden frames.
  • The crew used precision techniques to avoid causing structural damage to adjacent buildings.