build
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The Mercedes was 2.9 seconds clear at the end of two laps and continued to build a lead of more than five seconds by the end of 10 laps.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
That still isn’t a lot to pay if you can get off the couch and build lasting change.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Whoever wins must build alliances to complete their term, according to analyst Jeffrey Radzinsky.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
After defying tremendous odds to get the U.S. into the World Cup 36 years ago, he’s now battling an entrenched bureaucracy in an effort to build the support system the sport needs to thrive.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
I broke branches off trees and bushes to build up my firewood stocks and plucked fresh leaves for my bed, and palm fronds to weave more fan-nets.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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