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Razing (Noun)

The event of a structure being completely demolished and leveled.

Nouns denoting natural events.

The city council approved the razing of the old factory to make way for a new development project.
The razing of the historic building sparked outrage among local preservationists who had fought to save it.
After years of neglect, the razing of the abandoned hotel was seen as a necessary step towards revitalizing the neighborhood.
The razing of the stadium was a bittersweet moment for fans who had watched countless games there over the years.
The razing of the dilapidated warehouse was the first step in a major urban renewal initiative.

Complete destruction of a building.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The razing of the old stadium was met with both sadness and excitement for the new development that would replace it.
After years of neglect, the city finally approved the razing of the abandoned factory on the outskirts of town.
The razing of the historic theater sparked heated debates among preservationists and city officials.
The demolition crew began the razing of the dilapidated apartment complex, making way for a new housing project.
The razing of the condemned office building was a necessary step towards revitalizing the downtown area.