in construction

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: having a job that involves building things
"What do you do for a living?" "I'm in construction."

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After years of planning and billions of dollars in construction, the Gordie Howe International Bridge is ready for business, rising high over the Detroit River and connecting Michigan to Ontario. — ABC News, 22 July 2026 Derek Downey, an expert in pool failure analysis who frequently testifies as an expert witness in construction defect lawsuits, recommends placing a separate material, such as tile and grout, between pool sections. — Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 16 July 2026 The backlash is leading some states to call for a pause in construction of the facilities across the board. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 15 July 2026 Low maintenance in construction does not translate to high fidelity in music. — Kyle Devine, Longreads, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in construction

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“In construction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20construction. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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