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Phrasal verbs starting with "build"

7 phrasal verbs use this verb

build down
C1

To reduce the size or strength of something gradually, especially military forces or infrastructure.

build in
B2

To include something as a permanent or integral part of a design, structure, or plan.

build into
B2

To incorporate something permanently into a larger structure, system, or plan.

build on
B1

To use something as a foundation or starting point for further development or achievement.

build out
B2

To expand or develop an existing structure, network, or product further.

build up
B1

To gradually increase, accumulate, or strengthen something over time.

build upon
B1

To use something as a foundation for further development or improvement (more formal variant of 'build on').