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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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 build up
Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 25 May 2025
So much energy has built up in the zone that even a magnitude 8 earthquake wouldn't relieve it.
—Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 25 May 2025
Sanket Jain, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 May 2025
Signs that an air conditioner needs to be cleaned include a visible buildup of dust, hair, or other debris; a unit that is blowing hot air, which may indicate that the coils need cleaning; or a mildew smell emanating from the unit.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2025
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Vanguardia performed Saturday to a crowd that slowly started to build up at La Plaza stage, followed by Lemanz and other local DJs.
—Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 25 May 2025
So much energy has built up in the zone that even a magnitude 8 earthquake wouldn't relieve it.
—Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 25 May 2025
Noun
In the eyes, heatstroke damages the natural defense systems that normally counteract the buildup of harmful molecules called reactive oxygen species, explains Lucía Echevarría-Lucas, an ophthalmologist at the Hospital of La Axarquía in Spain.
—Sanket Jain, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 May 2025
Signs that an air conditioner needs to be cleaned include a visible buildup of dust, hair, or other debris; a unit that is blowing hot air, which may indicate that the coils need cleaning; or a mildew smell emanating from the unit.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for build up
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In the past 12 months alone, revenue increased 8.1% from $372 billion to $400 billion.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Listen to this article 2 min Tensions flared during Saturday's NCAA baseball game between Samford and Mercer. Samford outfielder Michael Gupton hit a two-run homer to increase the Bulldogs' lead over the Mercer Bears.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2025
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Last year, Gmail gained the ability to summarize emails on demand.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
30 May 2025
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Two different quarterbacks threw for touchdowns, while four different skill position players found pay dirt as St. Louis gained over 400 scrimmage yards in the win.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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Archetypal playboy Eddie Irvine has always loved a humble brag, renowned for accumulating a long list boys toys assets after following a successful F1 career.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
24 May 2025
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As debt continues to accumulate, the U.S. increasingly faces the risk of default, which clearly impacted Moody’s decision to downgrade the credit rating.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Now in its fourth year, Bleak Week is expanding across the country — and, via the Prince Charles Cinema, across the pond to London — to hold screenings at 11 venues in eight cities.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
27 May 2025
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This expands on Stord’s 11 fulfillment nodes across 13 buildings in North America, as well as two locations in the U.K. and one in the Netherlands.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
27 May 2025
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Kroger The chain grocery store is offering a digital coupon for Private Selection 6-pack of Angus Beef Chuck Patties — normally $12.99, but $6.99 with the National Hamburger Day promotion.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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Also keep in mind, travel advisers could have access to different promotions and discount codes, so seek their help to save money, said Wilkerson.—
Francine Knowles,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2025
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This surge reflects growing investor confidence in NuScale’s distinctive position within the nuclear energy industry, propelled by rising electricity demand amid the AI boom and the swift progression of global electrification.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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But rising temperatures also appear to be making many species smaller.—
Benji Jones,
Vox,
23 May 2025
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During the current Nile Conference, the team has organised watch parties in Nairobi for every game, creating communal spaces for fans to gather, celebrate, and share in the excitement of the team’s historic debut in the continental championship.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Supporters of Palestine gather at Harvard University to protest against Israel's war in Gaza.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
22 May 2025
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Businesses ready to explore how crypto payments can accelerate growth are invited to connect directly through the Vantack platform.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Comment with strategy and purpose The next secret to accelerated growth lives in your LinkedIn commenting strategy.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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“Build up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/build%20up. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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