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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As momentum built around the bill, the real-estate industry went nuts. —

Clio Chang, Curbed, 13 Nov. 2024 The textbook definition of strength training is built around overcoming resistance by applying muscular force in a repetitive pattern. —

Matt Parrott, arkansasonline.com, 4 Nov. 2024 Since effective job search is built around a series of steps and processes, a more inspiring task list would vary from day to day while covering the essentials: Contacting specific people, attending networking sessions, conducting outreach for a determined number of jobs, etc. —

Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 2 Nov. 2024 This ancient Viking ring fortress, built around 980 AD, offers insight into Denmark's riveting past (though the site remains buried underground presently, there is an informative informational display). —

Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for build around