build into

verb

1. (tr, preposition) to make (something) a definite part of (a contract, agreement, etc)

Example Sentences

Despite the state’s best efforts to suppress fire, the number of ignitions has become increasingly frequent in the region as Californians continued to build into the wildlands and create more opportunities for sparks.

From Los Angeles Times

“From what we see right now, we’re going to have that. 2025 will build into a very strong 2026.”

From Los Angeles Times

Thursday, then build into the night, Kittell said.

From Los Angeles Times

Maybe we'll do multiple seasons, and I think over time it'll build into something people connect with.

From Salon

It was always so bizarre, the best executive in the history of sports living down the street from an organization he helped build into the most celebrated in sports … and yet they didn’t talk.

From Los Angeles Times