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as in structures
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 explanations
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 constructions
After several seasons of elevated basics, roomy constructions and versatile washes dominating collections, some designers took a notable shift toward the statement styling of the 2010s.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
GripWalk soles, walk-mode mechanisms, cabrio constructions, and BOA dials have all improved the comfort, convenience, and performance of alpine ski boots.
—Jenny Wiegand, Outside, 27 Jan. 2026
The team proposes that the constructions serve primarily as a defense from predators such as hummingbirds or helicopter damselflies.
—Gennaro Tomma, Scientific American, 19 Jan. 2026
Now, the materials' more organic constructions and sculptural silhouettes attract buyers.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
Elsewhere, the tongue, shoelaces and liner are presented with more typical constructions.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 21 Dec. 2025
This technical know-how would predate the first megalithic constructions by several centuries.
—CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
GripWalk soles, walk-mode mechanisms, cabrio constructions, and BOA dials have all improved the comfort, convenience, and performance of alpine ski boots.
—Jenny Wiegand, Outside, 27 Jan. 2026
The team proposes that the constructions serve primarily as a defense from predators such as hummingbirds or helicopter damselflies.
—Gennaro Tomma, Scientific American, 19 Jan. 2026
Now, the materials' more organic constructions and sculptural silhouettes attract buyers.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
Elsewhere, the tongue, shoelaces and liner are presented with more typical constructions.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 21 Dec. 2025
This technical know-how would predate the first megalithic constructions by several centuries.
—CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constructions
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Bonaire Resort-style Cabin Kit Robin Pekkala, an Allwood Outlet brand representative, told Travel + Leisure to think of the structures as additional space outside of your home that can be transformed into a guest cottage, pool house, art studio, yoga room, home office space, or even a music studio.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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Laguna Beach city leaders are mulling a proposal that would ban large pop-up shade structures on the sand to protect the safety of beachgoers.—
Michele Gile,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
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The challenge is confirming biological activity while eliminating non-biologic explanations.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Feb. 2026
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Gabbard’s office declined to answer questions about the changing explanations for her involvement and pointed to Bondi’s comments.—
David Klepper,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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The film juxtaposes intimate vérité of Yo’s last year with Anna’s creative interpretations of Yo’s dramatic life stories.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2026
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There are different interpretations of Valentine's Day, according to Pepper Schwartz, professor of sociology at the University of Washington in Seattle and the author of 25 books on love, sexuality and commitment.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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At night, gather in front of a crackling fire for pre-dinner drinks in the drawing room, which is filled with illustrations of Parisian opera stars, antique finds, and Monopoly.—
Harriet Compston,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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Gregory Shamus / Getty Images The designs were inspired by the Dolomite Mountains and bold pattern illustrations, Ben Sherman says, and incorporate heritage checks and Fair Isle knitwear.—
Melissa Gaffney,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Constructions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constructions. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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