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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Recent Examples of buildup
Kendall Bettle, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2025
On Monday, Kim called for a rapid nuclear buildup amid annual U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises that Pyongyang sees as a rehearsal for invasion.
—Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2025
Caroline Ritzie, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025
This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Wipe the fan blades, motor, and housing with a damp cloth or vacuum attachment to remove dust and buildup.
—Kendall Bettle, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2025
On Monday, Kim called for a rapid nuclear buildup amid annual U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises that Pyongyang sees as a rehearsal for invasion.
—Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
Labor Day weekend is here, building up to one of the biggest fireworks shows in the Midwest.
—Caroline Ritzie, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025
This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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For example, an AI system used in agriculture would be evaluated not just for its ability to increase crop yields, but for its impacts on soil health, farmer autonomy, biodiversity, water usage, and community resilience.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Boomerang said park space has been increased in the new layout.—
John Tuohy,
IndyStar,
30 Aug. 2025
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Through this partnership, PSG Academy USA coaches, parents and players will gain free access to Rematch’s suite of tools designed to capture and share highlights instantly.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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In Texas, the five-seat GOP gerrymander assumes that the party will keep gaining ground with Latino voters, and it’s being cheered on by a party chairman who immigrated to the United States from India.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Parikh had found the culprit: AL amyloidosis, which is caused by bone marrow disease and can result in abnormal proteins accumulating in the heart muscle.—
Theoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Aug. 2025
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The wealth and power the nation has been able to accumulate since emanates, directly, absolutely, from two great sins.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Analyst’s Take Broadcom's VMware strategy prioritizes monetizing the existing customer base over expanding it.—
Steve McDowell,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Originally introduced in 2016, this sporty model has already been released in a handful of different configurations, but VC decided there was room to expand.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Aug. 2025
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In your job, gaining one of these certifications can lead to promotions to leadership, extra job mobility and more options across multiple companies, being headhunted, and opportunities to build your personal brand and thought leadership outside of your work as well.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Tim attempts to talk about her promotion and Lilith interrupts, in typical youngest-child fashion, with another probably untrue story of her own latest professional success.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Humidity was rising and winds were decreasing, but those winds may pick up Aug. 27, Cal Fire warned in the update.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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Andy Buchanan | Afp | Getty Images As the U.S. vice president’s journey continued into Scotland, police were once more present — this time watching out for people who had gathered to witness Vance touch down.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
14 Aug. 2025
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Driving impressions The Sportage hybrid accelerates well from a standstill.—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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From Crisis to Control: The Three Phases of Crypto Tax Strategy By 2017, crypto still wasn’t mainstream, but adoption was accelerating.—
Patrick Camuso,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Buildup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buildup. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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