lay concrete
Example Sentences
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Cold gusts of wind whip around them as they lay concrete and operate forklifts.
From New York Times ● Feb. 8, 2024
On the construction site, labourers scale up walls, lay concrete and carry heavy loads, using ragged scarves around their heads as protection against the sun.
From Reuters ● May 16, 2022
Two weeks ago, I saw workmen building an ingenious triangle-shaped structure around the poured foundation in order to create a warm environment in which to lay concrete blocks.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 16, 2021
I used to lay concrete on runways for an Irish company when I was a student.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 27, 2017
It is somewhat troublesome to lay concrete in very cold weather, because of the danger of freezing and cracking.
From Diggers in the Earth by Tappan, Eva March
