empire building
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of empire building
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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The house is one of two remaining properties in the village, the other being the former post office building, as well as a war memorial.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
In a luxury office building in the centre of Tirana, Jon would pass himself off as an American as he contacted potential victims he said others had already identified.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
It may also include $73 million paid to scores of alleged providers, all at the same address, a barely occupied office building in Ohio, according to a report in the Daily Caller.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
“As a result of mitigation efforts, our hospital and medical office building continue to operate normally. “
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
After the stained glass and worn mahogany pews of the First Presbyterian, GOP felt something like an office building, or even a factory.
From "The Miseducation of Cameron Post" by emily m. danforth
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