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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
Christina Goldbaum, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
Just be sure to regularly clean your humidifier according to the manufacturer’s instructions to prevent mold and pathogens from building up inside the device.
—Korin Miller, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
Murat Ates, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
This step will get rid of any grease buildup from cooking that might have fallen on these surfaces, Willatt explains.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
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Even as the government struggled to keep the lights on and water running, Hezbollah built up a vast network of social services — including high-quality health care and free education — for its mostly Shiite supporters.
—Christina Goldbaum, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
Just be sure to regularly clean your humidifier according to the manufacturer’s instructions to prevent mold and pathogens from building up inside the device.
—Korin Miller, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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On Tuesday, a puck was cleared too softly to the point in the buildup to Filip Forsberg’s goal.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
This step will get rid of any grease buildup from cooking that might have fallen on these surfaces, Willatt explains.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
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Investment in women's health is increasing, from VC to private equity.Geri Stengel, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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The World Health Organization (WHO) wrote in its 2024 global tuberculosis report cases of the disease had increased internationally, with 8.2 million people worldwide being diagnosed in 2023.Kristina Watrobski, Baltimore Sun, 14 Jan. 2025
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Tubi continued to gain traction in 2024, surpassing 97 million monthly active users and 10 billion streaming hours.Dade Hayes, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2025
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The banner included a pointed warning to the Academy, urging it not to consider Emilia Pérez for Best Picture at the Oscars—a possibility that gained traction after its awards sweep.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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In Mercer, Summers, and Western Greenbrier counties in West Virginia, a warning is in effect until 7 p.m. EST Saturday, with between 5 and 7 inches of snow expected, and in northwest North Carolina and southwest Virginia, up to 6 inches of snow is forecast to accumulate.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025
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No other team in England’s top four leagues accumulated more goals and last season, going up from the Championship, there were 92 more, the highest in their division again.Daniel Taylor, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Republican lawmakers are still hashing out what will be included in the first reconciliation package, although most expect the bill to be primarily focused on extending or expanding 2017-era tax cuts, at a minimum.Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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The Malayalam feature marks KVN’s entry into the language as the production house continues expanding its pan-Indian footprint.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Jan. 2025
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As promotions become more elusive, aspiring managers may find themselves in a fierce battle for limited opportunities.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Justin Guthrie Ipswich Town, Massimo Luongo Back-to-back promotions have reduced Luongo to a bit-part role at Ipswich after the 32-year-old midfielder was instrumental in the club’s rise from League One to the Premier League.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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Temperatures will rise throughout the day, with a high of 50 degrees forecast for the Metroplex.Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Jan. 2025
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Research has shown that these rapid wet-to-dry and dry-to-wet swings, which can worsen wildfires, flooding and other hazards, are growing more frequent and intense because of rising global temperatures.Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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Residents gathered around the intersection, frustrated there were no details about when they would be let in.Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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Several political leaders, family, and admirers had gathered at the Cathedral this morning in Washington to celebrate the former President’s life and legacy.Shirleen Guerra | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 10 Jan. 2025
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Red Flag Warning Will Remain Until Friday Evening As Blazes Burn More Than 2,000 Structures Google’s Gmail Upgrade—Do Not Lose Your Account The emergence of cloud-native architectures further accelerated this transformation.Srikanta Datta, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Almost all traditional pundits got the outcome wrong, and the subsequent audience exodus from legacy media to podcasts, YouTube, and other alternative sources has accelerated.Alex Ritman, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Build up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/build%20up. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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