as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
a bold plan to deal a crippling blow to the infrastructure of international terrorism
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Recent Examples of infrastructure
The federal gas tax primarily funds the Highway Trust Fund, money from which is used on federal highway construction, maintenance, public transit and infrastructure projects.
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Justin Papp, CNBC, 13 May 2026
Con Edison said batteries can help reduce peak demand, support renewable energy and lessen the need for new infrastructure.
—Kiki Sideris, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
The gains are flowing to a small group of large companies that can afford the infrastructure, while most businesses are still figuring out how to use the technology productively.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
Growing technological investment was one of the main reasons for rising expenses that weighed on profitability, as technology companies globally race to invest to boost infrastructure in supporting the ballooning AI demand.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
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Justin Papp, CNBC, 13 May 2026
Con Edison said batteries can help reduce peak demand, support renewable energy and lessen the need for new infrastructure.
—Kiki Sideris, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
The gains are flowing to a small group of large companies that can afford the infrastructure, while most businesses are still figuring out how to use the technology productively.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
Growing technological investment was one of the main reasons for rising expenses that weighed on profitability, as technology companies globally race to invest to boost infrastructure in supporting the ballooning AI demand.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for infrastructure
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Designed by architects Jørgen Bo and Wilhlem Wohlert, the structure, on the grounds of an old villa, is as much a celebration of the outdoors as the art inside.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Balance kindness with structure, and accountability follows.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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The Legacy is inspired by Dobson’s original architecture, and will feature a larger dining room, more seating (for about 50 guests), and imagery that celebrates the brand’s history.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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Roversi’s elegiac style was inspired by the Byzantine architecture and cultural backdrop of his hometown as well as the work of August Sander, Robert Frank and Diane Arbus.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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Gas and oil prices are marginally down amid expectations Iran will respond to Trump’s framework soon.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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Her book outlines what leading the mission taught her about creating successful teams—and provides a framework for others to develop their leadership skills.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
9 May 2026
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“Infrastructure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/infrastructure. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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