built

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Broos faced criticism for strategic errors early on, but ultimately built a competitive team that achieved historic qualification, aided by nine direct World Cup spots in the expanded tournament field.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

When I was 6, we moved into a three-bedroom, pale-green stucco ranch that my dad had built and landscaped in Riverside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

They have built their futures around creating an oasis of stability and multi-billion-dollar business in the Gulf.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

In the book, Thayil admits that the band had built a strong live reputation, enhanced by Chris Cornell’s habit of appearing onstage shirtless.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

The newly built house had three floors, at least seven rooms, and a balcony that overlooked a fine parlor.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock