as in structure
something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts
when it was brand-new, the Eiffel Tower was considered as ugly an erection as Europe had ever seen
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Recent Examples of erection
The motivation to try the latter is most common among men seeking longer-lasting erections, but women may also want to delay their climaxes too, as many experience hyper-sensitivity that makes stimulation uncomfortable to continue post-orgasm.
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Suzannah Weiss, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024
Lelo’s vibrating ring offers myriad benefits: stronger erections, longer stamina, and a strong motor that makes things more enjoyable for everyone involved.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 31 Oct. 2024
One major misconception is that erections can be like the TV show Cobra Kai—on demand and available at a moment’s notice.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
Take, for example, the pictures of men with full erections.
—Benjamin Moser, The New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2024
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Suzannah Weiss, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024
Lelo’s vibrating ring offers myriad benefits: stronger erections, longer stamina, and a strong motor that makes things more enjoyable for everyone involved.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 31 Oct. 2024
One major misconception is that erections can be like the TV show Cobra Kai—on demand and available at a moment’s notice.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
Take, for example, the pictures of men with full erections.
—Benjamin Moser, The New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for erection
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Dark matter remains effectively invisible by not interacting with light, but its interaction with gravity has helped to shape galactic structures.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Look for agencies that demonstrate a genuine understanding of story structure, character development and worldbuilding—the art of creating an immersive world where your brand belongs.—
Alison Temple,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Reuters could not find a criminal record for Millan, who had been working in construction.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Khan works in artificial intelligence at Microsoft and also heads up the Paani Project, an organization that supports diverse humanitarian efforts in Pakistan, including the construction of over 20,000 wells.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Erection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erection. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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