in construction

idiom

: having a job that involves building things
"What do you do for a living?" "I'm in construction."

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The industry’s current emphasis on speed and standardization in construction can often lead to over-design and inefficiencies. Kathleen Abbott, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025 The balloon framing that was used was considered revolutionary in construction at the time, but fell out of favor after the Great Chicago Fire. Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025 In 2022, design issues with critical bridge elements were raised by inspectors, leading to a pause in construction while plans were revised. Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025 The owner of the skid steer — a piece of machinery used in construction, landscaping and farming — died in March, according to a probable cause statement obtained by PEOPLE. Liam Quinn, People.com, 20 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for in construction

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“In construction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20construction. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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