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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
static electricity built up on the cat's fur
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as in gained
to gradually increase in
the roller coaster built up momentum
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as in accumulated
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 expanded
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 built-up
Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 2 Aug. 2024
That group could factor into the team’s Game 2 plan, as well, following the Dodgers’ most built-up starting pitcher in breakout rookie Bobby Miller.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2023
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The home’s outer structure has a flat roof frame, composed of built-up.
—Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 2 Aug. 2024
That group could factor into the team’s Game 2 plan, as well, following the Dodgers’ most built-up starting pitcher in breakout rookie Bobby Miller.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for built-up
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Many people have a significant imbalance of omega-6 to omega-3 in their bodies — a November 2015 study found levels of linoleic acid have increased by 136% in the fat tissue of Americans over the past half century.Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Under Phillip’s leadership, Forbes’ Live events revenue increased 40% over the past two years and Forbes’ sales team delivered outstanding results, including more than 20 seven-figure advertising partnerships this year.Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Junior quarterback Joshua Suarez passed for 293 yards and four touchdown in the regional final for Palmdale, which faces a tough task on defense going against a team with two running backs who have gained more than 1,500 yards each.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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But what these businesses gained in profit, customers lost in taste.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Transfer tight end Zach Atkins, 6-5 and 245 pounds, of Division II Northwest Missouri State, has accumulated scholarship offers from Arkansas, Ole Miss, Kentucky, South Carolina, California, North Carolina, Pittsburgh, Houston, West Virginia and numerous others.Richard Davenport, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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In his palace and office, in his private home, discovering the wealth that the Assad regime accumulated over decades in power.ABC News, ABC News, 8 Dec. 2024
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The franchise has since expanded its WNBA content, with A'ja Wilson making history as the first WNBA global cover athlete for NBA 2K25, and entering the game with an unprecedented 99 overall rating.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Studios expanded its business with an original comedy sketch series.Adam Wescott, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Cozy and comforting blend of pear, rose, and vanilla.Rose Dommu, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
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Under his leadership, the company’s profits rose to more than $16 billion last year from $12 billion in 2021.Amy Julia Harris, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The largest audience, nearly 100,000 people, gathered at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in February 2024.William Arruda, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In one of the screening rooms of the storied British Film Institute (BFI) in Southbank, over a hundred people —mostly women —gathered for a buzzy night of watching shorts.Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Its timing was likely accelerated by the recent events at CAA.Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, import volumes may also recover in the short term, as accelerated fiscal spending boosts demand for industrial commodities, Huang said.Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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If the amount of the penalty exceeds the amount of your accrued and unpaid interest, then a reduction of principal would be required in order to pay the penalty: Terms apply.Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2024
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This allows employees to keep track of accrued or available PTO and effortlessly request days off.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2022
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“Built-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/built-up. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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