runup
/ˈrʌnˌʌp/
noun
- The period or process of preparation leading up to an event.
- During the runup to the wedding, there were countless details to arrange.
- The runup to the election was filled with debates and rallies.
- The team trained hard in the runup to the championship game.
- An increase or rise, especially in price or value.
- The stock saw a steady runup over the summer months.
- There was a sharp runup in housing prices last year.
- Investors were surprised by the runup in oil costs.
- The distance or area used for gaining speed before a jump or takeoff.
- The long jumper measured his runup carefully before the attempt.
- The pilot checked the runway for a proper runup before takeoff.
- She needed a longer runup to clear the high bar.
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