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as in structure
something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts
the swing set turned out to be a more complicated construction than the "some assembly required" warning suggested
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as in interpretation
a statement that makes something clear
could you give us your construction of this passage in the Bible?
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Recent Examples of construction
While proponents say changes have made streets safer, critics suspect projects that reduce space for cars will only make traffic congestion worse — even after the construction disruptions end.
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Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
The nine-page complaint asks for construction to be halted, alleging the developer never went to the Michigan City Board of Zoning Appeals.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
Nearly 75,000 square feet of new commercial space will soon occupy a plot of land along the Texas 130 toll road, with construction expected to begin in late 2026.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 29 Mar. 2026
The second provision involves new construction.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
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Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
The nine-page complaint asks for construction to be halted, alleging the developer never went to the Michigan City Board of Zoning Appeals.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
Nearly 75,000 square feet of new commercial space will soon occupy a plot of land along the Texas 130 toll road, with construction expected to begin in late 2026.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 29 Mar. 2026
The second provision involves new construction.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for construction
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The leader of the historic church in Downtown Dallas, Senior Pastor Robert Jeffress, vowed to rebuild the iconic structure.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Architecture like this, which reveals its structure while producing its effects, can make a museum feel slightly more humane.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2026
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The executive order Trump signed his first day back in office challenges the longstanding interpretation of a 19th century constitutional provision guaranteeing birthright citizenship to nearly everyone.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Issues concerning the construction, validity, interpretation and enforceability of these Official Rules shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to any principles of conflict of laws.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Willick was not convinced by this explanation, noting that many graphic and upsetting stories had been shared from the bimah in the past two and a half years—stories about violence perpetrated by Hamas.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Braves manager Walt Weiss came out of the home dugout for an explanation.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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His 120 illustrations are colorful, sometimes combining nature photography with Walden’s original creations to form detailed settings.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
28 Mar. 2026
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Before the three scientists’ work, chimpanzees, gorillas and orangutans were largely abstract animals to most people – zoo exhibits, textbook illustrations, evolutionary symbols.—
Mireya Mayor,
The Conversation,
27 Mar. 2026
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Last Stops of the Night Journey publishes, on facing pages, the entirety of two books by the contemporary Italian poet Milo De Angelis opposite English translations by Patrizio Ceccagnoli and Susan Stewart.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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Cortisol face is the social media translation.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Construction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/construction. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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