Begin and Erect

Begin

Begin verb - To take the first step in (a process or course of action).

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Erect and begin are semantically related in lay the foundation topic. In some cases you can use "Erect" instead a verb "Begin".

Nearby Word: beginning

Erect verb - To form by putting together parts or materials.

Usage example: we'd better erect some sort of shelter before these woods are in total darkness

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Begin and erect are semantically related in lay the foundation topic. Sometimes you can use "Begin" instead a verb "Erect".

Nearby Words: erection, erected, erecting, erectile, erector

place	begin place	erect place
stage	begin stage	erect stage

They're taught how to erect the mental ramparts but, over time, the cracks begin to show, and the best necromancers almost invariably are driven mad by late middle age.

Source: With Great Power Comes Great Insanity

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