English / phrasal verb
Build upon
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To use existing achievements, agreements, or progress as a base for further development
In context
01
Both nations agreed to build upon the progress made during last year's Geneva summit.
02
Diplomats hope to build upon the temporary ceasefire to achieve permanent regional stability.
Synonyms
develop from,expand on,elaborate
Antonyms
undermine,tear down,disregard
Collocations
build upon past success,build upon the ceasefire,build upon mutual trust