Collocations for build-up - noun
1. gradual increase
ADJ.
gradual, slow | steady | rapid | massive
VERB + BUILD-UP
VERB + BUILD-UP
cause, lead to
The leak led to a slow build-up of carbon dioxide.
The leak led to a slow build-up of carbon dioxide.
avoid, prevent
PREP.
during/in the ~ | ~ of
2. period of time before an event
ADJ.
pre-match, pre-trial, etc.
PREP.
~ to
Tension is mounting in the build-up to the elections.
Tension is mounting in the build-up to the elections.