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In some senses, erect is marked as obsolete. Watch for register when choosing this word.
VERBS
be, sit, stand
The soldier stood erect at attention while the national anthem played.
hold sth
He held his body erect during the entire formal ceremony despite feeling nervous.
ADV
very
VERBS
be | become
ADV
completely, fully | stiffly
ADV
hastily, quickly
specially
They built a specially erected platform in the park for the outdoor concert.
PHRASES
newly/recently erected
The recently erected fence around the school playground keeps the children safe during playtime.