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Runup

noun
Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounThe approach run of a bowler before delivering the ball
2.nounThe approach run of a high jumper or other athlete in order to gather speed or momentum
3.nounA period of time just before an important event.
"The candidates were very nervous in the run-up to the election."
4.nounAn increase in the value or amount of something
"Economists expect a run-up of long-term interest rates."

Synonyms

duringensuingtakeoffduingelectionsubsequentsurgepreelectionpeakimpendingaftermathelections

Rhymes With

set upmake upback upblow upgive upwind upcut upbreak up
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