erect

Example Sentences

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The act erects massive barriers to entry to the market.

From The Wall Street Journal

Dozens of California schools, streets, parks and libraries bear the name of Cesar Chavez — on top of the statues erected and holiday established in his honor.

From Los Angeles Times

I could not see Father’s face, only the erect carriage of his shoulders and the halo of white hair above them.

From Literature

She stood very erect and glared down at me as if I was the one who had caused the great disruption.

From Literature

An AFP reporter in Cucuta saw a stage that was erected for the event being dismantled.

From Barron's