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as in building
something built as a dwelling, shelter, or place for human activity
the only structure on the island is an old Spanish fort—or what's left of it
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as in construction
something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts
the Egyptian pyramids are among the most remarkable structures ever built
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as in framework
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the basic structure of all those tract houses is the same: basically, a box
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as in to construct
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Recent Examples of structure
Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
From redefining power dynamics to the dismantling of personal traditions and structures, Pluto in Capricorn reshaped us all in profound ways.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Henry A. Kissinger, Foreign Affairs, 18 Nov. 2024
The company continues to focus on originating, structuring, and investing in first-lien mortgage loans, mezzanine loans, preferred equity, and other real estate investments.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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Long and deep, House of Fifi Dubois (23 S. Chadbourne St.) fills an old commercial structure downtown.
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By contrast, the prospect of citizenships and alliances—and perhaps conquests or crusades—structured around the opinions, beliefs, and subjective identities of ordinary people in times of peace would require a new (or very old) conception of empire.
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Ikea bought the building that used to house a Topshop store for £378 million ($476.6 million) two years ago and has undertaken a massive renovation of the seven-story structure, which is more than 100 years old.Hanna Ziady, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
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Israel also struck a building in Beirut's bustling commercial district of Hamra for the first time, hitting a site around 400 yards from Lebanon's Central Bank.Compiled byDemocrat-Gazette stafffrom wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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The filing also details ongoing legal proceedings related to construction costs of a new factory, with an appeal pending in the Ningbo Intermediate People’s Court.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Though the shoot location in the front of the loft by the windows is miraculously untouched, metal beams, doorframes, and trash bags of construction debris are piled high next to the door.Suzanne Seggerman, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
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From underdeveloped supply chains and limited access to funding to inconsistent regulatory frameworks, these challenges often stifle the growth of local designers.Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The memorandum of understanding not only cancels the one-day strike, but also creates a framework for UMMAP 6730 and U-M Health's negotiating teams to reach a tentative agreement within the next two weeks.Kristen Jordan Shamus, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
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The bed is constructed with a euro-pillow top and gel infused foam, so even those who experience body pain can get a good night's rest.Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2024
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The stylish boots are made with a genuine suede upper, known for its moisture and stain repellent properties, while the inside is constructed with 100 percent Australian shearling that is breathable and helps regulate temperature regardless of season.Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
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Productivity & Content Creation Tests Our Mac testing isn't an exact copy of our Windows testing protocols, due to the differences in operating system, chip architecture, and software catalog.Brian Westover, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Fur colour in the Arctic fox: genetic architecture and consequences for fitness Trend in Genetics.Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
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As Halloween draws near, excitement builds for children eager to trick-or-treat.Sarah Darby, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Used in conjunction with items like an ultrasonic ranging module, joystick, and tilt switch, makers can build more complex mechanisms.Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
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Aira Technologies, a cellular network infrastructure startup, has raised $14.5 million in Series B funding to further develop its generative AI platform and support more automation.Kerry Flynn, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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Many parts of the IRA, such as expanding EV charger infrastructure, were in place to help the Detroit Three encourage EV adoption.Jamie L. LaReau, Detroit Free Press, 20 Nov. 2024
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The new, extra cells continue to divide and can form a fibroma.10 Risk Factors Anyone can develop fibromas, though certain risk factors can increase the likelihood of developing one or more.Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
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As the mixture is cooled in a mold, the gelatin proteins form a mesh-like network that traps liquid and suspends the other ingredients.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Structure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/structure. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.
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