Build up and Gain

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Build up

Build up verb - To become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number.
Usage example: static electricity built up on the cat's fur
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Gain is a synonym for build up in grow up topic. In some cases you can use "Gain" instead a verb "Build up".

Gain

Gain verb - To gradually increase in.
Usage example: our hopes were raised as the movement gained strength
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Build up is a synonym for gain in acquire topic. You can use "Build up" instead a verb "Gain", if it concerns topics such as put on, increase, grow up, increase in.
Nearby Words: gained, gaining, gainful, gainer

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  • While chaos has taken over the galaxy, the Sith build up their forces and gain a new leader known only as the Sith Lord.
    Source: Video Game / Escape: Yavin IV
  • However, female characters gain Renown a lot faster than male ones do, so female characters find it easier to build up large armies and build alliances.
    Source: Game-Favored Gender
  • He's a Villain with Good Publicity, out only for his own gain, but in doing so often helps keep order and works to build up Atlantic City's industry.
    Source: Neighbourhood-Friendly Gangsters
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