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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As the sun sets on century-old structures and the dirt gives way to bulldozers for a multimillion-dollar rebuild, Pimlico Race Course hosted an exciting 150th Preakness Stakes on Saturday.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
18 May 2025
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Consider dual-class share structures whereby founders shield themselves from responsibility regardless of the performance of the company.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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The union’s plan calls for renovations and rebuilds among 18 existing facilities and the construction of a new training center, whereas the department pitched a 10-year, three-phase plan that would address some but not all facility concerns.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2025
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The ceramic construction of this 19 x 16 x 25-inch bird bath—which may even attract other pollinators like butterflies—is surprisingly durable.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2025
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“Erection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erection. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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