Put a spadeful of concrete in the bottom of each hole, then set each post into position using concrete.
From the nzherald.co.nz
But, without a single spadeful of earth turned, the project is $1 billion over budget and years behind schedule.
From the economist.com
Each spadeful of dirt an archaeologist turns up could yield evidence about how, and even whether, these and other biblical figures actually lived.
From the time.com
Not a spadeful of dirt has yet been turned on a new subway line that will connect the project directly with New York City, of which it is supposed to be a vital part.