1
as in to increase
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
static electricity built up on the cat's fur
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2
as in to gain
to gradually increase in
the roller coaster built up momentum
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3
as in to accumulate
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
evidence that the toxic chemical builds up in the bloodstream to unhealthy levels
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4
as in to expand
to make greater in size, amount, or number
he patiently built up his coin collection over several decades the young stockbroker worked hard to build up a clientele
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as in promotion
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Recent Examples of build up
Lisa J. Marotta, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2025
In addition to ruling last summer with her Grammy-winning Brat album — and seemingly this summer as well — Charli has been building up an impressive acting resume as well.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 30 Apr. 2025
Rose Gottemoeller, Foreign Affairs, 15 Apr. 2025
The buildup to the NFL Draft is months in the making.
—Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Conversely, state government has reported years of budget surpluses, built up its rainy-day fund, and introduced a plethora of recent programs.
—Lisa J. Marotta, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2025
In addition to ruling last summer with her Grammy-winning Brat album — and seemingly this summer as well — Charli has been building up an impressive acting resume as well.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 30 Apr. 2025
Noun
All the while, Beijing has declined to discuss its rapid buildup with Washington.
—Rose Gottemoeller, Foreign Affairs, 15 Apr. 2025
The buildup to the NFL Draft is months in the making.
—Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for build up
Verb
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The solid job gains in April also increase the odds that the Federal Reserve will keep its benchmark interest rate steady when policy makers meet next week on May 6-7, experts say.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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As time has passed, the cost of those renovations has increased.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2025
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This helps both individuals gain perspective and prevents an emotional standoff from escalating.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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My campaign to get Emmy voters to remember how good Black Doves was has gained crucial traction!—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
3 May 2025
Verb
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Over their past 10 games, the Red Sox have accumulated double digits in strikeouts just three times.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Since 2020, content creator Remi Bader had accumulated millions of TikTok followers by offering her opinions on the fits of popular clothing brands as a plus-size woman.—
Jess Rauchberg,
The Conversation,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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And the foundation was good, and Ray had to expand on it and had to work hard.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2025
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Wave has since expanded its family of petunias with brands such as Tidal Wave, Easy Wave, and Shock Wave.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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He’s already been called up to the majors twice in his career, including once earlier this season, but didn’t play in any games after those promotions.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2025
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The last decade has packed in a promotion near-miss, reaching the Premier League, eight years in the top division spent under four managers while progressing from regulars in the bottom six in the table to the top 10, plus a first taste of UEFA competition.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
Verb
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Iconic sportswear and footwear giant Adidas said Tuesday that the price of all its products will rise in the U.S. due to President Donald Trump's tariffs.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The prices of these cheaper gadgets are expected to rise considerably.—
Boone Ashworth,
Wired News,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Townspeople of Genazzano gathered in the square outside the main church housing the Madre del Buon Consiglio (Mother of Good Counsel) sanctuary as Leo arrived and greeted them.—
Nicole Winfield,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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Gattuso encouraged the family to humanize Pelkey, and gathered about 50 letters of support, including family, friends, elementary school teachers and military buddies, Wales said.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Currently, a shift in technology and user behavior might accelerate the conclusion of the agreement.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Witnesses told police the SUV appeared to accelerate directly at the family.—
Bethany Brown,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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“Build up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/build%20up. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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