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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
An Example Of Someone Emulating AI I’ve constructed an example to illustrate what some people are doing when veering into this AI emulation milieu.
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Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Designed by Chilean architect Felipe Assadi, the 14 villas and main lodge, constructed from native lenga wood, are indistinguishable from the treeline at a distance, a design feature that reflects the immersive ethos at the heart of the hotel.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
The bees constructed their hive along hexagonal structures placed inside a translucent box.
—Marisa Guthrie For Wwd, ARTnews.com, 14 May 2026
The gold hardware is sturdy, and the strap is well-constructed and adjustable, which was another perk for me.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
It was constructed in 1997 and renovated for the department’s use in 2000, according to public records.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
This adjustable sling bag has plenty of space for your phone, cash, keys, and other daily essentials, and is constructed with locking zippers to ward off potential thieves.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
Instead, the organizers constructed a stage high up in the stands to avoid any impact on the playing surface.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 13 May 2026
The venue was a casually magnificent stone building, constructed in the fifteenth century as a Dominican convent, on a promontory overlooking a sparkling bay.
—Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Designed by Chilean architect Felipe Assadi, the 14 villas and main lodge, constructed from native lenga wood, are indistinguishable from the treeline at a distance, a design feature that reflects the immersive ethos at the heart of the hotel.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
The bees constructed their hive along hexagonal structures placed inside a translucent box.
—Marisa Guthrie For Wwd, ARTnews.com, 14 May 2026
The gold hardware is sturdy, and the strap is well-constructed and adjustable, which was another perk for me.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
It was constructed in 1997 and renovated for the department’s use in 2000, according to public records.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
This adjustable sling bag has plenty of space for your phone, cash, keys, and other daily essentials, and is constructed with locking zippers to ward off potential thieves.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
Instead, the organizers constructed a stage high up in the stands to avoid any impact on the playing surface.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 13 May 2026
The venue was a casually magnificent stone building, constructed in the fifteenth century as a Dominican convent, on a promontory overlooking a sparkling bay.
—Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constructed
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The diner offers certificates of completion for those who finish the trek, and devised a burger named for the route.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Sashko helped settle new arrivals and soon devised other useful projects.—
James Verini,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2026
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The batteries inside utility-scale storage facilities are built to far stricter standards, sited under the most rigorous fire code in the country, and monitored 24/7.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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In our case, the water tank for the toilet flush was built into this metal support frame.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
9 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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For decades, astronomers have concocted intricate computer models to predict how stars live and die.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
3 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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In 2024, the resort added a wellness shala, a swooping open-air pavilion designed by Mexican architects Luis Alejandro Cuesta and Javier Creuheras of Arquitectura Mixta perched on a hill overlooking the ocean and the resort below.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The system is designed to help technicians quickly identify faults by reviewing operational logs and maintenance histories tied to a robot’s ID.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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According to the organization, Sánchez’s administration has not only ushered in a slate of reforms but also erected guardrails against the country’s rising far-right movements.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Trump has erected other roadblocks for the industry, while going all-in on fossil fuels.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Constructed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constructed. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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