erects

verb

Definition of erectsnext
present tense third-person singular of erect
1
as in raises
to fix in an upright position the tribes of the Pacific Northwest erected totem poles in front of their dwellings

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2
as in builds
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 Synonyms for erects
  1. raises
  2. builds
  3. lifts
  4. assembles
  5. creates
  6. makes
Verb
  • From a business view, a new administration raises many questions.
    Erik Logan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This lack of visibility undermines trust and raises concerns about data quality, privacy, and potential biases.
    Max (Chong) Li, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of raises
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  • Its Volumizing Blow Dry Mist, which builds the bonds in the hair while decreasing drying time, won a 2024 Best of Beauty Award.
    Jenny Berg, Allure, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Tension builds as the rookie confronts the veteran, blaming him for the loss.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of builds
Verb
  • Their motivation for themselves lifts the organization and influences others around them.
    Edward Tuorinsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Kendrick also stars as Sheryl, a struggling LA actress who is persuaded to go on The Dating Game by friends, and her typically winsome, spunky performance—and able direction— lifts Woman of the Hour to the next level.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of lifts
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  • Apple also assembles the majority of iPhones, iPads and MacBooks and other accessories in China (in Shenzhen, Chengdu, and Zhengzhou), through its contract manufacturing partner, Foxconn.
    Shimite Obialo, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • In this Christmas caper, fifth-grader Andy (Winslow Fegley) assembles a group of talented youngsters to game Santa’s system and prove that naughty is in the eye of the beholder.
    Sezín Devi Koehler, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of assembles
Verb
  • Decluttering creates space for focus and innovation.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This podcast’s simple premise—the host, Tom Rosenthal, approaches someone he’s never met in a London park and invites them for a chat—creates a surprising level of intimacy.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of creates
Verb
  • Owen makes a terrific older Spade, all craggy features and rasping voice.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
  • And Meryl Streep makes a welcome return as Oliver's actress girlfriend Loretta.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of makes
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