build up

Example Sentences

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The U.S. has pledged to help build up Lebanon’s army.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Start small and build up, says the NHS.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“The U.S. is short of enrichment, and we need to build up that capability regardless of reactor type,” says Mark Corigliano, founder of Corigliano Investment Advisers, who likes the stock.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

To stave off potential shortages of critical goods, the federal government can build up stockpiles and reshore critical manufacturing, including through public factories.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

“Um, well, actually—” I want to tell them I’m moving but it’s hard to build up to it.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila