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Buildup (Noun)

The result of the process of accumulation; "the buildup of leaves blocked the drain pipes".

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The buildup of plaque on her teeth led to severe dental problems.
Years of buildup in the engine caused it to overheat and eventually fail.
The buildup of sediment in the river altered its natural course.
The buildup of toxic chemicals in the environment posed a significant threat to wildlife.
The buildup of pressure in the pipes caused them to burst and flood the basement.

The act of building up an accumulation; "I envied his rapid buildup of assets"; "a military buildup in preparation for the invasion".

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Highly favorable publicity and praise; "his letter of recommendation gave her a terrific buildup".

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The famous actress received a huge buildup from the critics before the release of her new movie.
Her buildup as a top model helped her land the cover of numerous fashion magazines.
The band's energetic live performances generated a significant buildup before their album release.
The athlete's buildup in the media increased his chances of winning the award for best player.
The new restaurant received a fantastic buildup from food bloggers and influencers.