build up

Example Sentences

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The public is already familiar with the exorbitant capital spending of the world’s largest tech companies as they race to build up their AI capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

He urged them to "build up some delayed courage".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

It’s typically cheaper than permanent life insurance because it doesn’t build up an actual cash value.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Nancy Tengler, CEO and CIO of Laffer Tengler Investments, is using the volatility to build up a position in high-quality equities in anticipation of a post-war rebound.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

She took no notice, but worked steadily and skillfully to build up the fire and set the pan to heat some water for tea.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman