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as in building
something built as a dwelling, shelter, or place for human activity
the only structure on the island is an old Spanish fort—or what's left of it
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as in construction
something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts
the Egyptian pyramids are among the most remarkable structures ever built
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as in framework
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the basic structure of all those tract houses is the same: basically, a box
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as in to construct
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Recent Examples of structure
Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
As the Mountain House comes into view, you’ll be wowed by this structure that is part Victorian castle, part ski chalet-on-steroids.
—Katie Mathews, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
Jess Steier, STAT, 29 Jan. 2026
Online platforms structure our personal relationships; algorithms nudge us toward the platform owners’ preferred choices.
—Hari Kunzru, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
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Noun
It’s located on the roof of a parking structure behind a Lexus dealer.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
As the Mountain House comes into view, you’ll be wowed by this structure that is part Victorian castle, part ski chalet-on-steroids.
—Katie Mathews, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
Insurers structure these programs because preventive care keeps their members healthy and out of emergency rooms, saving them money.
—Jess Steier, STAT, 29 Jan. 2026
Online platforms structure our personal relationships; algorithms nudge us toward the platform owners’ preferred choices.
—Hari Kunzru, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for structure
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Trading in this quarter started in the late 1800s, and to this day boasts edifying buildings done in raw stone Qatari style.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Feb. 2026
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During the years 2021 to 2025, China’s submarine building surpassed that of the US in both numbers of subs launched – 10 to 7 – and tonnage – 79,000 to 55,500, says the report, which looked at shipyard satellite imagery to draw estimates of China’s construction.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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By treating purity as a design parameter, engineers can now develop materials that thrive in the most punishing environments, such as hypersonic flight and extraterrestrial construction.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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In recent months, Israel has greatly expanded construction in Jewish settlements, legalized outposts and made significant bureaucratic changes to its policies in the territory to strengthen its hold and weaken the Palestinian Authority.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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The Senate should advance ethical AI frameworks, protect privacy, establish clear accountability, invest in workforce retraining programs, and ensure innovation benefits all sectors without undermining safety or civil liberties.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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China is actively building a regulatory framework for the low-altitude economy.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Six of the skiers huddled in a makeshift shelter constructed with tarpaulin sheets.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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Inspired by musical festival culture, his design practice is rooted in the expression of haute couture craftsmanship by constructing rich visual narratives and deconstructed techniques with surreal and absurdity coexisting.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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In Poland’s Owl Mountains, an underground Nazi complex lies underneath the fairytale Baroque architecture of Książ Castle.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Surrounded by luxurious homes and lush landscaping, its location is a destination all on its own—offering visitors DIY architecture tours, birdwatching, and mountain views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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In 2024, researchers at LNET reported building a nanoscale HV device using silicon nanopillars, in which fluid samples evaporated in the channels created by the spaces between them.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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The company plans to build a 500 megawatt data center in Deuel County, but only if the state puts forth a tax exemption.—
Makenzie Huber,
States Newsroom,
19 Feb. 2026
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The city of Malibu sued the state and the city and county of Los Angeles and other entities on Wednesday, accusing them of various failures that led to the start and proliferation of the Palisades fire that destroyed hundreds of Malibu homes along with municipal facilities and infrastructure.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Both nations got a head start on Norway in terms of infrastructure and cultural relevance.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Raman previously worked at a women’s rights organization formed in the aftermath of the #MeToo movement before becoming a council member.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Jackson would later merge Operation PUSH and the Rainbow Coalition, forming the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in 1996 which is still in effect today.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Structure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/structure. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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