bumps (up)

verb

Definition of bumps (up)next
present tense third-person singular of bump (up)
as in ratchets (up)

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  1. increases
  2. maximizes
  3. augments
  4. accelerates
  5. escalates
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  • What's more, exposure to gluten, and therefore to its famous ‘alpha-gliadin’ molecule, increases the production of zonulin, a protein that promotes the stretching of the intestine's tight junctions at the intestinal level.
    Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This increases the chances of feeling sleepy at bedtime.
    Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of increases
Verb
  • Donovan maximizes the shot-making potential of his youngest players such as Buzelis and Julian Phillips by creating their 3-point opportunities in the corner, leaving above-the-break 3s to sharpshooters Zach LaVine and Coby White.
    Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The dual charring maximizes flavor extraction from the cask wood, giving the whiskey a rich, complex character.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of maximizes
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  • Old Master art, religious or not, augments all kinds of Christmas décor by adding the patina of vintage values.
    Brian T. Allen, National Review, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Machine learning complements the cruise control, and evasive-steering assist augments the forward collision warning system.
    Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of augments
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  • This approach - Model-as-a-Service - not only reduces costs but also accelerates the adoption of AI across various industries.
    Mark Greeven, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This iterative approach accelerates the development process and can enhance the final product's quality, as continuous user input ensures better alignment with market needs.
    Wayne Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of accelerates
Verb
  • The likelihood of human error, configuration mistakes and vulnerabilities also escalates, putting organizational networks under significant threats.
    Jody Brazil, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
  • However, the action quickly escalates and bullets begin to fly as the young men exchange fire with terrorists.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of escalates
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“Bumps (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bumps%20%28up%29. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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