buildup
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Same-store sales had been growing steadily in the buildup to Cracker Barrel’s logo fiasco before plummeting 8.5% in the quarter ended last October and 7.9% in the January quarter.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
After all the buildup, fear and uncertainty, the most wide-open and unpredictable California gubernatorial primary in decades appears to have ended in the most consistent and predictable of ways.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
By moving the salts away from the evaporation zone, the design prevents buildup that could otherwise interfere with continuous operation.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
Positioning buildup by momentum traders also lost steam in both bitcoin and gold over the past week or two, he added.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
Owing, no doubt, to a buildup of earwax, he had heard the word “Quidditch,” which was not a word at all.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
Vocabulary lists containing buildup
"Handle with Care"
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Contemporary Period, c. 1914 to the Present
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The First State of Being
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
