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as in raising
to fix in an upright position
the tribes of the Pacific Northwest erected totem poles in front of their dwellings
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as in constructing
to form by putting together parts or materials
we'd better erect some sort of shelter before these woods are in total darkness
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Recent Examples of erecting
Protesters responded by launching fireworks at officers and erecting barricades along the city's central boulevard.
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Jason Fields, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Various practices became associated with Advent, including lighting an Advent wreath, erecting a Christmas tree, and putting out Christmas decorations.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
For the last many years, people have been erecting new statues of Lenin and Stalin.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 14 Oct. 2024
The 1927 silent classic East Side, West Side finds the main character, just as in Megalopolis, monologuing to his starstruck girlfriend about erecting immortal skyscrapers.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
These could include planting trees, removing asphalt from playgrounds, installing outdoor classrooms and erecting shade structures.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Though not required, that could entail constructing crossings, erecting wildlife-safe fencing and setting aside land.
—Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Jason Fields, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Various practices became associated with Advent, including lighting an Advent wreath, erecting a Christmas tree, and putting out Christmas decorations.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
For the last many years, people have been erecting new statues of Lenin and Stalin.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 14 Oct. 2024
The 1927 silent classic East Side, West Side finds the main character, just as in Megalopolis, monologuing to his starstruck girlfriend about erecting immortal skyscrapers.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
These could include planting trees, removing asphalt from playgrounds, installing outdoor classrooms and erecting shade structures.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Though not required, that could entail constructing crossings, erecting wildlife-safe fencing and setting aside land.
—Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for erecting
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Harris has come under fire for losing her campaign despite raising more than $1 billion.Erin Mansfield, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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About 32% of owners reported raising compensation, up a point from October.Lucia Mutikani, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Honestly, if people don’t even watch the film and just come to a screening, meet someone, and start building community, that’s the real goal.Colleen Hamilton, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
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The report primarily focuses on the treatment of migrant workers, who HRW says will bear the brunt of building Saudi’s World Cup dream.Ben Church, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Over the past two decades, IT leaders have focused on securing project approvals and assembling top talent to drive success.Barry Cousins, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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You'll be tasked with several goals while assembling the Storm Chasers, including heading into the heart of the Storm Dungeon while trying to avoid lightning strikes and taking down the Storm King's Acolytes.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Emotional pain is a bit like lifting a bulky, heavy table.Kevin Kruse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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But a number of countries—the United States, Israel, the United Arab Emirates—were even thinking about lifting sanctions if Assad.John Feffer, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Writing and making this movie is now an (incredible) memory.Megan Park, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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These values guide decision making and unite your team, especially during crises.Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Erecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erecting. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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