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Based on a computer analysis of millions of words in industry books, these are the Top 20 most common words in each category.

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TOP 20 Steel and Metal Collocations

Based on the computer analysis of millions of words from construction books and publications, here are the Top 20 noun-noun collocations that describe different steel materials. Metal channel Metal decking Metal framing Steel framing Metal panel Metal rod Steel rod …

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Top 20 Construction Management Verbs

Based on a computer analysis of millions of words in construction contracts and project management manuals, here are the TOP 20 VERBS used most frequently.  Which do you already know?  Which do you want to learn more about? 1. include …

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TOP 20 Materials and Methods Verbs

Based on the analysis of millions of words in construction publications, these are the TOP 20 most common verbs used in construction. Which do you know? Which do you need to learn more about? 1. provide2. make3. require4. form5. include6. …

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TOP 20 Materials and Methods Nouns

Based on the analysis of millions of words in construction publications, these are the TOP 20 most common nouns used in construction. Which do you know? Which do you need to learn more about?

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