build on

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The findings, published in Science Advances, build on research that began in the 1990s.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

Last year, she said 12 businesses and schools got involved and she hoped to build on that this year.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“It’s us choosing to do it for 40 minutes, and that’s how you build on it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The country music superstar plans to build on the success of her Dollywood theme park by adding hotels, entertainment venues and even themed gas stations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Even as a student, I saw many young men who had great natural ability, but who did not have the self-discipline and patience to build on their endowment.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela