building up

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Slaven said the VA “is building up crucial infrastructure required to handle an increased veteran population.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The problem is similar to mineral scale building up inside a tea kettle or clogging a shower head over time, except seawater contains far higher concentrations of dissolved salts.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

The bank is aiming for a more than 15% return on tangible equity in 2028, building up to about 18% in 2030.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

It insists that building up its presence in China, the world's biggest chemical market, is crucial.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Just as we started up the steps, Rowdy came loping around the corner of the building, up the steps, and heading for the open door.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls