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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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
Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 23 Jan. 2025
Your liver can only process about one drink per hour, so drinking more than that causes alcohol to build up in your bloodstream.
—Jay N. Yepuri, Verywell Health, 23 Jan. 2025
Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Ensuring no buildup of material and vehicles at any location is critical, as is modulating speeds and trajectories of trucks to minimize braking.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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That means trace amounts of these chemicals build up in the environment and can take more than a thousand years to fully break down.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 23 Jan. 2025
Your liver can only process about one drink per hour, so drinking more than that causes alcohol to build up in your bloodstream.
—Jay N. Yepuri, Verywell Health, 23 Jan. 2025
Noun
Behind the scenes, though, officials are starting to confront the reality that the LAPD buildup won’t happen anytime soon — while acknowledging that the country’s third-largest police department may even continue to shrink.
—Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Ensuring no buildup of material and vehicles at any location is critical, as is modulating speeds and trajectories of trucks to minimize braking.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for build up
Verb
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Taxes increased, public spending was reined in, and price controls were largely abolished.—
Marina P. Asins,
Architectural Digest,
26 Jan. 2025
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One should be convinced of his increasing persuasive influence in the United States and in affairs with allies.—
Richard E. Vatz,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2025
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Conservation gained traction in the U.S. during the late 19th century as Americans — and the Western world more broadly — looked to address the consequences of industrial growth through what became known as progressivism.—
Johnathan K Williams / Made by History,
TIME,
30 Jan. 2025
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Spending both on goods and services gained steam that period, especially purchases of durables, which registered a stunning 12.1% rate.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN,
30 Jan. 2025
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Finally, a little cleaning can cut down on the microplastics accumulating in the dust and air in your home, Woodruff says.—
Carolyn L. Todd,
SELF,
5 Feb. 2025
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Finally, the total forgiveness was only $188 billion, which is the amount of new debt that accumulates in about 2 years.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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But the research firm also believes Trump’s plan to work with Congress to extend and expand his 2017 tax cuts, along with his deregulation push, could juice business confidence and growth, further raising inflation risks.—
Paul Davidson,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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Refrigerate the mixture for a few hours or overnight to allow the seeds to gel and expand.—
Jillian Kubala, RD,
Health,
27 Jan. 2025
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Pricing and promotions will also be a key to success.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
27 Jan. 2025
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If the case does proceed to trial, experts say, a jury could be turned off by the way DraftKings marketed its promotion offer to novice customers.—
Sean Gregory / Boston,
TIME,
27 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Experts say consumer prices on a number of goods are almost sure to rise if these tariffs are in effect for more than a few months.—
Alana Semuels,
TIME,
4 Feb. 2025
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Add in another $148 million hit in the fourth quarter, and Boeing's total losses on the Starliner program have reached $2 billion and are likely to rise more.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
4 Feb. 2025
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Finally, the sound reaches the jittery group gathered beneath the marble archways outside the palazzo’s guest villa.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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Brain tissue samples were gathered from the frontal cortex, the area of the brain associated with thinking and reasoning.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN,
3 Feb. 2025
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As digital transformation accelerates, leaders like Balatka with Semantic Visions are paving the way for a more resilient and efficient supply chain industry.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA TODAY,
1 Feb. 2025
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Our energy strategy must prioritize affordability for residents while accelerating our transition toward sustainable energy sources.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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“Build up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/build%20up. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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