run-up
noun /ˈrʌn ʌp/
/ˈrʌn ʌp/
(British English)- (also less frequent run-in)run-up (to something) a period of time leading up to an important event; the preparation for this
(重要事情的)前期;准备阶段;准备 - an increase in spending in the run-up to Christmas
圣诞节前花费的增加 - during the run-up to the election
在选举前的准备阶段 - The shops are fully stocked for the Christmas run-up.
商店为迎接圣诞节的到来而储备了充足的存货。
- an increase in spending in the run-up to Christmas
- the act of running or the distance you run, to gain speed before you jump a long distance, throw a ball, etc.
助跑;助跑距离 - The bowler started his run-up.
投球手开始助跑。 - She takes a longer run-up than most high-jumpers.
她比大多数跳高运动员需要更长的助跑时间。
- The bowler started his run-up.