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buildup

[bild-uhp] / ˈbɪldˌʌp /


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But it still was bothering him during his latest buildup.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 17, 2026

This is likely a promising buildup to the high season for Middle East patient arrivals in 3Q.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Fibrosis is the buildup of stiff, scar like tissue that can interfere with normal movement and function.

From Science Daily Jul. 12, 2026

Washington slammed the missile test, with the State Department saying Beijing's "rapid and opaque nuclear weapons buildup is of great concern" and urging China to "engage in meaningful arms control discussions."

From Barron's Jul. 8, 2026

The buildup to a lunar landing would demand many times more people than could be reasonably supported by Mother Langley.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly

Pochettino’s preferred formation uses a three-man back line but he has no one on the roster who can match Richards as the anchor, defensive organizer and playmaker during buildups.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

Without global hegemonic ambitions, these countries are less likely to pursue costly military buildups.

From Barron's Apr. 27, 2026

“While we aren’t yet seeing massive on-chain buildups, whales at least appear to have ceased distribution and shifted toward gradual accumulation,” Hasn told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch Feb. 2, 2026

Staffers routinely rely on satellite data to track down pressure buildups.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 26, 2025

And the best way to send this message was by massive and ongoing buildups of their stockpiles of nuclear weapons.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau




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