Sentence examples for keep rainwater from inspiring English sources
Most have hoods above their flaring tubular leaves to keep rainwater out, and a spot of nectar at the base of the hoods to lure insects.
Mr. Wrinn watched intently as the backhoe operator maneuvered a giant claw under the roofing his men had erected to keep rainwater out of the trench.
Cities are also less receptive to the rain when it comes: their hard, impermeable surfaces conspire to keep rainwater above ground.
Because separate pipes are needed to keep rainwater out of the tap, it is more cost-effective to install the systems when a home is being built, as opposed to retrofitting an existing home, according to Mr. Nash.
Its purpose is not to shield radioactive emissions but to prevent the release of radioactive dust and other materials, and to keep out rainwater, which could carry contaminants into the water table.
The health department also suggests these steps to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds: dispose of other water-holding containers, like cans, buckets, drums, wheelbarrows and bottles; cover trash containers to keep out rainwater; drill holes in the bottoms of recycling containers left outdoors; and drain water in birdbaths.
Presumably, when in full use, the tunnel was equipped with pumps to keep out rainwater.
It is best to cover containers to keep out rainwater and bugs.
The plan looks at how to retain rainwater and keep it inside the catchment.
The lid keeps out rainwater that would otherwise dilute the digestive juices.
The idea is that by replanting trees and keeping areas unpaved, they can provide a way to soak up rainwater and keep it from pooling on roads.
