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to build up
[phrase form: build]
01
acumular-se, intensificar-se
to become more powerful, intense, or larger in quantity
Intransitive
Exemplos
Over time, clutter can build up in the attic if not addressed.
Com o tempo, a desordem pode se acumular no sótão se não for resolvida.
02
acumular, desenvolver
to make something more powerful, intense, or larger in quantity
Transitive: to build up strength or intensity of something
Exemplos
The storm continued to build up strength over the ocean.
A tempestade continuou a aumentar a força sobre o oceano.
03
fortalecer, acumular
(in a military context) to strengthen one's forces and resources in anticipation of a potential conflict
Transitive: to build up military forces or resources
Exemplos
The general decided to build his forces up before engaging in the conflict.
O general decidiu reforçar suas forças antes de se envolver no conflito.
04
desenvolver, melhorar
to make something available or usable for a different purpose
Transitive: to build up sth
Exemplos
The company is building up its online presence through social media.
A empresa está construindo sua presença online através das redes sociais.
05
desenvolver, fortalecer
to increase physical strength
Transitive: to build up physical strength
Exemplos
She began to build her core muscles up with targeted abdominal workouts.
Ela começou a fortalecer seus músculos centrais com exercícios abdominais direcionados.
06
construir, desenvolver
to support the growth or success of someone or something
Transitive: to build up sb/sth
Exemplos
The coach built up the rookie player's confidence, only to bench him in the crucial game.
O treinador aumentou a confiança do jogador novato, apenas para colocá-lo no banco no jogo crucial.
07
montar, construir
to put components or materials together to create something
Transitive: to build up sth
Exemplos
He aims to build the model airplane up with precision and attention to detail.
Ele pretende construir o modelo de avião com precisão e atenção aos detalhes.
