run up

verb

1. to amass or accumulate; incur

   to run up debts

2. to make by sewing together quickly

   to run up a dress

3. to hoist

   to run up a flag

noun

1. an approach run by an athlete for a long jump, pole vault, etc
2. a preliminary or preparatory period

   the run-up to the election

Example Sentences

In the weeks running up to the film's release the close relationship between Grande and her co-star Cynthia Erivo has been in the spotlight.

From BBC

There are other markets across Northern Ireland in the run up to Christmas, such as Flowerfield Art Centre's Christmas Craft Market in Portstewart.

From BBC

Trump, who ran up budget deficits during his first term, has shown little commitment to cutting spending.

From BBC

“If there’s any yards we gained, whether it’s giving a move or continuing to run up field, I’ll do whatever we need to,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

But after running up a $145,000 debt on a European tour, he took a day job with Mercury Records in 1961, becoming the first African-American vice-president of a major record label.

From BBC

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• hoist
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