build up
Example Sentences
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The bustling mining region is the result of a decades-long push by Beijing to build up its might in the strategic sector.
From Barron's
The live page will also have plenty of build up ahead of the show - plus extra insight on the dances, the outfits, the judges' comments, and much more.
From BBC
For years, Gracie lived with plastic bronchitis, a condition that causes thick, protein-like material to build up in the airways.
From Science Daily
They've been building up a worldwide fan base with their videos, including a viral recording of their first gig at a Hollywood retirement home last month.
From BBC
The idea is that HSA owners build up enough of a balance to at least cover their deductible and other health costs.
From Barron's
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