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to form by putting together parts or materials
he spent hours building a model airplane from a kit
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as in shapes
the type of body that a person has
has a slender build
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Recent Examples of builds
Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
This approach builds trust, fosters a culture of accountability, and creates an environment where employees and stakeholders feel valued and informed.
—Vanessa Tan, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Getting under way with a slight push and then rolling the thumbwheel to the stop, the Ranger builds speed quickly to its 26 mph limit.
—William Roberson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
The new Forerunner model builds on it and boasts significant upgrades in both software and hardware.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2024
Engaging directly with your audience through comments and messages builds community and fosters trust, amplifying your reach organically without the need for extensive resources.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Last, recognizing and celebrating achievements, especially during challenging times, boosts morale and builds a resilient team.
—Bryant Richardson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
This builds credibility and prevents misinformation.
—Vanessa Tan, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Open source software builds community and momentum, and may achieve greater strength than any sole proprietary app developer ever could.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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OnX gathers that data and builds layers of graphics that show exactly where app users should avoid and displays it on a phone or tablet on the onX Backcountry, onX Offroad, and onX Hunt apps.
—Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
This approach builds trust, fosters a culture of accountability, and creates an environment where employees and stakeholders feel valued and informed.
—Vanessa Tan, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Getting under way with a slight push and then rolling the thumbwheel to the stop, the Ranger builds speed quickly to its 26 mph limit.
—William Roberson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
The new Forerunner model builds on it and boasts significant upgrades in both software and hardware.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2024
Engaging directly with your audience through comments and messages builds community and fosters trust, amplifying your reach organically without the need for extensive resources.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Last, recognizing and celebrating achievements, especially during challenging times, boosts morale and builds a resilient team.
—Bryant Richardson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
This builds credibility and prevents misinformation.
—Vanessa Tan, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Open source software builds community and momentum, and may achieve greater strength than any sole proprietary app developer ever could.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for builds
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One produces ultra-low carbon fuels, made from waste carbon dioxide and renewable power; another assembles carbon removal credits.Ted Reed, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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The firm produces and assembles Apple products, including about two out of every three iPhones.Ryan Browne, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2024
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Connection enhances collaboration and creates a more supportive work environment.Tanya Arturi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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This sense of responsibility creates trust and drives better outcomes.Lynda Silsbee, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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This individualized approach is what makes the new guidelines so impactful.Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 4 Oct. 2024
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What makes a good sniper rifle?Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Builds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/builds. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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