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    constructing

    US /kən'strʌktɪŋ/

    ・

    UK /kən'strʌktɪŋ/

    A2
    v.t.Transitive VerbTo build or create something
    What are you constructing? Looks like a hut to me
    v.t.Transitive VerbTo create a sentence, story, argument or theory
    He is not very good at constructing his thoughts in oral way, he'd rather write

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    The Race to Secure Taiwan’s AI Chips as Fears of a Chinese Invasion Loom | WSJ

    07:16The Race to Secure Taiwan’s AI Chips as Fears of a Chinese Invasion Loom | WSJ
    • Finding the right types of workers that are needed in constructing these ultra-complex facilities and managing the construction process has, I think, been more difficult and more time-consuming than TSMC initially expected.

      Finding the right types of workers that are needed in constructing these ultra-complex facilities and managing the construction process has, I think, been more difficult and more time-consuming than TSMC initially expected.

    • Finding the right types of workers that are needed in constructing these ultra-complex facilities and managing the construction process has, I think, been more difficult and more time-consuming than TSMC initially expected.

      Finding the right types of workers that are needed in constructing these ultra-complex facilities and managing the construction process has, I think, been more difficult and more time-consuming than TSMC initially expected.

    B1

    The Vajont Dam Disaster | A Short Documentary | Fascinating Horror

    09:28The Vajont Dam Disaster | A Short Documentary | Fascinating Horror
    • Constructing a hydroelectric dam would be one way to meet that need.

      Constructing a hydroelectric dam would be one way to meet that need.

    • Constructing a hydroelectric dam would be one way to meet that need.

      Constructing a hydroelectric dam would be one way to meet that need.

    B1

    Could the UK introduce conscription? | BBC News

    05:49Could the UK introduce conscription? | BBC News
    • And I think you could see people constructing a British military that works from what its mobilised organisation and strength might look like back to where we are today, which would be an interesting question.

      And I think you could see people constructing a British military that works from what its mobilised organisation and strength might look like back to where we are today, which would be an interesting question.

    • And I think you could see, um, people constructing a British military that works from what its mobilized organization and strength might look like back to where we are today, which would be an interesting question, and

      And I think you could see, um, people constructing a British military that works from what its mobilized organization and strength might look like back to where we are today, which would be an interesting question, and

    A2

    Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One | The Biggest Stunt in Cinema History (Tom Cruise)

    09:23Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One | The Biggest Stunt in Cinema History (Tom Cruise)
    • We've been constructing this ramp over a number of months.

      We've been constructing this ramp over a number of months.

    • We've been constructing this ramp over a number of months.

      We've been constructing this ramp over a number of months.

    B1

    Stop Hiding Who You Really Are | The Philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche

    08:42Stop Hiding Who You Really Are | The Philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche
    • Think about how much energy you spend on constructing false identities to avoid conflict.

      Think about how much energy you spend on constructing false identities to avoid conflict.

    • Think about how much energy you spend on constructing false identities to avoid conflict.

      Think about how much energy you spend on constructing false identities to avoid conflict.

    A2

    Day in the Life of a Japanese Construction Worker

    15:23Day in the Life of a Japanese Construction Worker
    • In the afternoon, she basically continues on with constructing the wall And she not only works in the excavator But she's also responsible for doing other tasks throughout the day So Japan's construction industry typically has a hierarchical approach Frequently using zernekon A.k.a. general contractor Who receive the entire construction project directly from the client And then subcontract the work to other firms Even in smaller construction projects Like individual homes or minor renovations As Japanese prefer the convenience of trusting one party for the project That will ensure it meets all of Japan's strict and complex architectural restrictions And safety regulations Over the hassle and burden of trying to manage multiple subcontractors On their own Despite any savings they would earn Are you done?

      In the afternoon, she basically continues on with constructing the wall And she not only works in the excavator But she's also responsible for doing other tasks throughout the day So Japan's construction industry typically has a hierarchical approach Frequently using zernekon A.k.a. general contractor Who receive the entire construction project directly from the client And then subcontract the work to other firms Even in smaller construction projects Like individual homes or minor renovations As Japanese prefer the convenience of trusting one party for the project That will ensure it meets all of Japan's strict and complex architectural restrictions And safety regulations Over the hassle and burden of trying to manage multiple subcontractors On their own Despite any savings they would earn Are you done?

    • それから午後の作業します。 火がつけて。 In the afternoon she basically continues on with constructing the wall,

      それから午後の作業します。 火がつけて。 In the afternoon she basically continues on with constructing the wall,

    B1

    How To Fix Back Pain (7 Science Backed Steps)

    18:40How To Fix Back Pain (7 Science Backed Steps)
    • Now that we've run through these tests, let's start constructing your individualized mobility rehab program.

      Now that we've run through these tests, let's start constructing your individualized mobility rehab program.

    • Now that we've run through these tests, let's start constructing your individualized mobility rehab program.

      Now that we've run through these tests, let's start constructing your individualized mobility rehab program.

    B1

    The Complete History of the Second World War | World War II Documentary | Part 1

    48:30The Complete History of the Second World War | World War II Documentary | Part 1
    • Across the Channel, the French had been preparing for another war against Germany for over a decade by constructing the Maginot Line, a series of tough fortifications along the border with Germany.

      Across the Channel, the French had been preparing for another war against Germany for over a decade by constructing the Maginot Line, a series of tough fortifications along the border with Germany.

    • By constructing the Maginot Line a series of turf fortifications along the border with Germany

      By constructing the Maginot Line a series of turf fortifications along the border with Germany

    B1

    Celebration Florida: Disney's Not So Perfect Town

    11:23Celebration Florida: Disney's Not So Perfect Town
    • but the benefit was that they wouldn't have to manage the logistics of constructing thousands of homes over the decade or so they expected it would take to complete the town.

      but the benefit was that they wouldn't have to manage the logistics of constructing thousands of homes over the decade or so they expected it would take to complete the town.

    • constructing thousands of homes over the decade or so they expected it would take to complete the town.

      constructing thousands of homes over the decade or so they expected it would take to complete the town.

    B1

    Do vs Make

    07:48Do vs Make
    • 'Make' is used for producing, uh, building, constructing, or creating something.

      'Make' is used for producing, uh, building, constructing, or creating something.

    • Make is used for producing, uh, building, constructing, or creating something.

      Make is used for producing, uh, building, constructing, or creating something.

    A2