as in to construct
to form by putting together parts or materials
he spent hours building a model airplane from a kit
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Recent Examples of build
Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 14 July 2025
Some tattoo artists feel like a machine doesn't belong in an industry built on human connection and trust.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025
Hunter Ingram, Variety, 11 July 2025
Impressive, considering those builds aren’t even in the booklet!
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 11 July 2025
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Verb
As women’s sports leagues, teams, and athletes command unprecedented attention and investment, RISE will showcase key voices who are spearheading this shift—from commissioners to owners to executives building the foundation for equity and opportunity.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 14 July 2025
Some tattoo artists feel like a machine doesn't belong in an industry built on human connection and trust.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025
Noun
The set build and shoot took about a week, but the entire process –– including research, drafting and prep –– took months.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 11 July 2025
Impressive, considering those builds aren’t even in the booklet!
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for build
Verb
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 July 2025
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Available in 17 colors and in sizes up to a men’s 16, these flip-flops are constructed with squishy yoga mat footbeds that provide arch support and prevent foot fatigue while walking for long periods of time.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
Noun
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In the comments section, fans and fellow stars were impressed by the 43-year-old's physique.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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Even host Terry Crews, known for his own buff physique, was impressed.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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The Fit Bounce Pro II arrives fully assembled, folds up easily for storage, and comes with a detachable handlebar for added stability.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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The New York Times assembled a rail of escape-from-New-York quotes from business leaders.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Anderson, specifically, took the bob one step further, adding micro bangs to round out the shape.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
15 July 2025
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In addition to the new sound, the shape of the 6 N is obviously quite a bit different than that of the SUV-silhouette of the Ioniq 5.—
Tim Stevens,
ArsTechnica,
14 July 2025
Verb
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But this year’s first-round pick, Dallas Wings All-Star guard Paige Bueckers, makes the draw even bigger on Aug. 1 when these teams are set to face off in Dallas.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 July 2025
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Square Peg co-founders Ari Aster and Lars Knudsen want to help make aspiring filmmakers’ dreams come true.—
Rance Collins,
IndieWire,
8 July 2025
Noun
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He’s lost weight off his already tiny frame and has taken over mom’s room.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
7 July 2025
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Furniture for every room in your home — including sofas, dressers, TV stands, coffee tables, bed frames, ottomans, and more — is up to 56 percent off.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
7 July 2025
Verb
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The tombs were called Polish pyramids or the beds of giants, according to the Facebook post, and were created by members of the Funnel Beaker culture in the Stone Age.—
Irene Wright
July 14,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Physical gold Holding on to physical gold, in the form of gold bars, is another way to invest, Hamilton Capital’s Munoz pointed out.—
Amala Balakrishner,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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Thus the payments and receipts cancel out in the form of an economic transfer.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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“Build.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/build. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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