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erect

[ih-rekt] / ɪˈrɛkt /




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So local officials are weighing a developer’s pitch to erect a “temporary workforce housing complex” for as many as 5,600 laborers and tradespeople.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Some also attempted to erect a barricade with rental bikes which was cleared by police.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

That same month, she pushed to erect a statue of him at the Capitol building in San Juan alongside other presidents who’ve visited the island.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Plans to erect a statue in New Zealand symbolising the so-called comfort women who were forced into sexual slavery by Japan during World War Two have been rejected.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Finally he stood still, very erect, raised his beak to point at the ceiling, and made a loud, almost purring sound.

From "Mr. Popper's Penguins" by Florence Atwater and Richard Atwater




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