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construction

[kuhn-struhk-shuhn] / kənˈstrʌk ʃən /




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The company is currently looking to add aluminum production capacity with a new plant under construction in Alabama.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Many of the jobs and sectors boasting the highest pay growth now are in construction, the building trades, engineering and energy, according to payroll providers and pay-data businesses.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“I appreciate him being a Mainer from a small town,” said Connor Start, 18, a construction worker from Islesboro.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The group also filed for a temporary restraining order to stop the construction and prevent further planning for the event.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The sound of construction workers talking added to the rumble.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste




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