erecting
Example Sentences
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Bolivians began demonstrating and erecting roadblocks in early May to demand salary increases, stable fuel supplies and measures to mitigate the worst economic crisis in 40 years.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
After erecting a monument, the Obama foundation now seeks to lower expectations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
The construction site is erecting a shiny new mall while modern buildings and related respiratory illnesses are spiking up across the city.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026
There is already a statue of Bradman by Adelaide's eastern gates and the head of South Australia's local government has already put forward the idea of erecting one of Head beside it.
From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025
I push against it, imagine erecting a giant wall three times my own height.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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