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as in devised
to create or think of by clever use of the imagination
he managed to construct a theory that fits all the facts
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as in built
to form by putting together parts or materials
constructed a hydroelectric dam across the river
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Recent Examples of constructed
Dishes are imaginatively constructed, packed with flavor, and beautifully presented.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
According to Page Six, the piece was not constructed from the actual veil, but was a smaller replica that was created by Dolce & Gabbana and gifted to the couple to display in their home.
—Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Originally a Viking settlement, the site also served as a Norman stronghold before the castle was constructed in the early 1200s by order of King John.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2026
The sandwiches are well-constructed and satisfying.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
That was how Jesse Minter constructed his defenses.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 21 May 2026
These pleated wide-leg trousers are perfectly constructed.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 21 May 2026
The address corresponds to the Land Title building, which was constructed in 1889 and originally housed the Land Mortgage Bank.
—Brayden Garcia
may 20, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 May 2026
Geothermal heat is basically free once the system is constructed, though digging the boreholes can be a considerable expense.
—Ishan Thakore, NPR, 20 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
According to Page Six, the piece was not constructed from the actual veil, but was a smaller replica that was created by Dolce & Gabbana and gifted to the couple to display in their home.
—Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Originally a Viking settlement, the site also served as a Norman stronghold before the castle was constructed in the early 1200s by order of King John.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2026
The sandwiches are well-constructed and satisfying.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
That was how Jesse Minter constructed his defenses.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 21 May 2026
These pleated wide-leg trousers are perfectly constructed.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 21 May 2026
The address corresponds to the Land Title building, which was constructed in 1889 and originally housed the Land Mortgage Bank.
—Brayden Garcia
may 20, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 May 2026
Geothermal heat is basically free once the system is constructed, though digging the boreholes can be a considerable expense.
—Ishan Thakore, NPR, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constructed
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The initial voting rules for the National Baseball Hall of Fame were devised in 1936 by its’ board of directors, led by National League President Ford Frick.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Wealthy people have also devised tax avoidance strategies.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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Her mother, Sara Spalding, attended Yale Law School and built a successful career for herself before ultimately deciding to stay home and raise her four kids.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Game 1, when the Cavs built a 22-point lead against a rusty Knicks team before collapsing during a devastating 44-11 New York run.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
24 May 2026
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Their fragrances were always concocted around a storyline.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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Cocktails are concocted by in-house mixologist, Waguinho, who also invites guests from the local mixology community to arrange tastings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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Fox even had its chief technology officer address the assembled at its upfront presentation.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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This reduction in mechanical complexity allows the system to be manufactured and assembled using standard US factory infrastructure and existing supply chains, which is intended to decrease both costs and deployment timelines.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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That Pawlikowski is telling a story of actual historical figures proves a fascinating challenge for a filmmaker who has previously invented characters to serve as historical reminders.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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That next-generation material already exists — it was invented in America, and it is being scaled to global industrial-scale capacity today on American soil.—
Gene Berdichevsky,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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Modern presidents from Ronald Reagan to Barack Obama to Joe Biden spoke to the Jewish community in the language of protection, inclusion, and appreciation for the contributions Jews have made to American life.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Longoria took a more casual approach with her look, but the crisp shade made the outfit appear put-together.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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Accessibility All public areas are thoughtfully designed for accessibility, and staff offer guidance without fanfare.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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It's also designed to cradle and lock the heel in place, which contributes to a secure fit that prevents your feet from slipping out of the shoe mid-step.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2026
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But out on the sweaty sidewalks, crowds clamored, craned and crawled all over each other for a glimpse – not of the action itself, but of a screen erected precisely for the purpose of bringing the basketball to people who couldn’t afford the historic ticket prices.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
20 May 2026
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Start your trip in this Mississippi coastal town by checking out the Biloxi Lighthouse, which was erected in 1848 and is one of the nation's first cast-iron lighthouse.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
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“Constructed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constructed. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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