run-up
/R AH1 N AH1 P/noun
- 1
The approach run of a bowler before delivering the ball
- 2
The approach run of a high jumper or other athlete in order to gather speed or momentum
- 3
A period of time just before an important event.
“The candidates were very nervous in the run-up to the election.”
- 4
An increase in the value or amount of something
“Economists expect a run-up of long-term interest rates.”
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