General:
* The company's departments worked in silos, with little communication or collaboration.
* The old farm had several silos for storing grain.
* We need to break down the silos between departments to improve efficiency.
Metaphorical:
* Social media can create information silos, where people only see content that confirms their existing beliefs.
* The new CEO is working to break down the silos of thought that have plagued the organization.
Specific:
* The farmers filled their silos with corn after the harvest.
* The grain silos were built of concrete and stood tall against the horizon.
* The silos were designed to hold a large amount of grain for long-term storage.
Let me know if you'd like more examples or have a specific context in mind!