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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
The groups call for local moratoriums on new data center development, permitting and construction to allow local governments more time to adopt policies and regulations to protect Hoosiers.
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Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
The Microsoft data center campus, currently under construction, is reflected in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, September 18, 2025.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 9 May 2026
In addition to Becerra, both Steyer and Porter voiced support for pursuing new legislation to create billions of dollars in bond funding, framing it as a way to accelerate housing construction and incentivize local governments to move projects forward.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 9 May 2026
High-rise timber construction continues to grow in popularity worldwide, with Australia's incredible Atlassian Central wooden skyscraper due to smash all records once completed.
—Adam Williams
may 09, New Atlas, 9 May 2026
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Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
The Microsoft data center campus, currently under construction, is reflected in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, September 18, 2025.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 9 May 2026
In addition to Becerra, both Steyer and Porter voiced support for pursuing new legislation to create billions of dollars in bond funding, framing it as a way to accelerate housing construction and incentivize local governments to move projects forward.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 9 May 2026
High-rise timber construction continues to grow in popularity worldwide, with Australia's incredible Atlassian Central wooden skyscraper due to smash all records once completed.
—Adam Williams
may 09, New Atlas, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for construction
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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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In contrast, a decision by a judge is governed by stare decisis, the legal principle that courts must adhere to interpretations of law set by past decisions and that lower courts must follow higher courts when in the same jurisdiction.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
12 May 2026
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Working with gaffer Jim Plannette, Schiffman referenced classic films while adding his own interpretation, capturing the sequence on 35mm color film stock and converting it to black and white.—
Daron James,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The aftermath of the 1997 Asian financial crisis offered a partial explanation.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Then, about a week after the jury was announced, its members collectively quit, without an explanation.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
9 May 2026
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The Saudi Aramco logo is displayed on a mobile phone screen in this photo illustration, as prices fluctuate amid escalating conflict involving Iran and concerns over global supply disruptions in Brussels, Belgium, on March 2, 2026.—
Azhar Sukri,
CNBC,
10 May 2026
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The restaurant is also impeccably clean, with pastel colors and playful illustrations and Chinese phrases on the walls.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
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People are available to speak with you 24 hours a day, seven days a week in English, Spanish and 200 more languages through translation services.—
Marissa Perlman,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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Lost in translation The price tag of insurance plans is not the only barrier to being in control of the system.—
Davi Jacobs,
Baltimore Sun,
13 May 2026
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“Construction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/construction. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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