during the build-up

Frequency: 5.85.0 per million words

Indicates a period when something is increasing or developing before an event.

build-upPREPOSITION phrases

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Examples (10)

  • The team remained calm and focused during the build-up to the final.
  • There was immense media speculation during the build-up to the royal wedding.
  • He unfortunately sustained an injury during the build-up to the World Cup.
  • The candidate avoided controversy during the build-up to the election.
  • Security measures were significantly increased during the build-up to the summit.
  • The atmosphere grew tense during the build-up to the war.
  • Our marketing department was extremely busy during the build-up to the product release.
  • The stock price rose steadily during the build-up to the merger announcement.
  • The city's excitement was palpable during the build-up to the carnival.
  • She felt a lot of pressure during the build-up to her final exams.