build around
phrasal verb
built around; building around; builds around
: to develop or organize (something) by using (something, such as an idea) as its main or central part
We built our program around the idea that people need love and support.
Their lives are built around their children.
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Every feature, from installation to ongoing support, is built around minimizing disruption and maximizing user comfort.
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Jon Stojan, USA Today, 10 May 2025
It is built around a central wing, which has a spacious and open living room.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 9 May 2025
Cleveland was built around strong depth this season, but that depth has been tested heavily.
—Matt Levine, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
The highlight show, Your Daily Olympic Recap on Peacock, was built around a subscriber’s preference.
—Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 6 May 2025
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Jon Stojan, USA Today, 10 May 2025
It is built around a central wing, which has a spacious and open living room.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 9 May 2025
Cleveland was built around strong depth this season, but that depth has been tested heavily.
—Matt Levine, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
The highlight show, Your Daily Olympic Recap on Peacock, was built around a subscriber’s preference.
—Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 6 May 2025
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“Build around.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/build%20around. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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