build around

phrasal verb

built around; building around; builds around

: to develop or organize (something) by using (something, such as an idea) as its main or central part

We built our program around the idea that people need love and support.

Their lives are built around their children.

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President-elect Donald Trump is considering nominating Kari Lake to serve as his ambassador to Mexico, a prominent post for someone with no diplomatic experience and a political persona built around walling off America’s southern border. —

Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024 But this flavor swaps dirty diesel for a clean and quiet electric drivetrain built around a 74-kWh battery pack for more than 90 miles (150 km) of hauling over all kinds of challenging terrain. —

Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 9 Dec. 2024 BFFs Jessica Capshaw and Camilla Luddington launched a new podcast earlier this year built around their long-time friendship. —

John Russell, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024 There could be almost an entire show built around Charles and his interactions with his daughter and her family. —

Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for build around