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as in scrambles
to move (as up or over something) often with the help of the hands in holding or pulling
visitors should use caution when climbing over the wet rocks along the shore
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as in rises
to move or extend upward
smoke from the cabin climbing in the still mountain air
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as in increases
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
complaints to the cable company climbed after the changeover
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as in ascents
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
a long hard climb up the mountain
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Recent Examples of climbs
Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2024
Outside on the street, Vector climbs into his vehicle.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN, 16 Oct. 2024
During their hikes and alpine climbs, Taylor and Patterson can also show travelers how the surrounding landscape is a dynamic force that changes daily, especially amid shifting global temperatures.
—Samantha Falewée, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Oct. 2024
The belt speed also decreases and increases as the user climbs and descends, respectively.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2024
As Muse climbs on the World Albums chart, the album’s latest single is also gaining ground.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
San Marino’s oldest section, aptly named San Marino, climbs up Monte Titano in dramatic fashion, and several viewpoints offer soaring views of the Apennines to the west and the Adriatic Coast to the east.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2024
Loretta then climbs on top of her victim and begins whipping Doreen with a fake braid that Doreen sported to win Oliver’s attention.
—Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 8 Oct. 2024
After training, the robot was tested in real-world ladder climbs, achieving 90 percent success.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Set the Tone at the Front Door The sense of escape is even evident at the front of the house, where a rose plant climbs across the archway and herbs are planted along the gravel driveway.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2024
Outside on the street, Vector climbs into his vehicle.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN, 16 Oct. 2024
During their hikes and alpine climbs, Taylor and Patterson can also show travelers how the surrounding landscape is a dynamic force that changes daily, especially amid shifting global temperatures.
—Samantha Falewée, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Oct. 2024
The belt speed also decreases and increases as the user climbs and descends, respectively.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2024
As Muse climbs on the World Albums chart, the album’s latest single is also gaining ground.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
San Marino’s oldest section, aptly named San Marino, climbs up Monte Titano in dramatic fashion, and several viewpoints offer soaring views of the Apennines to the west and the Adriatic Coast to the east.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2024
Loretta then climbs on top of her victim and begins whipping Doreen with a fake braid that Doreen sported to win Oliver’s attention.
—Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 8 Oct. 2024
After training, the robot was tested in real-world ladder climbs, achieving 90 percent success.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climbs
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Their desirability rises as their price goes up, and these achieve investment status.Zain Jaffer, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024
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Ocean Sun has developed a flexible floating rig that rises and falls with the waves.New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2024
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This important step increases the excitement around women's soccer in Egypt, especially with the participation of Al-Ahly and Zamalek, who will participate for the first time since the launch of the first edition of the Egyptian women’s soccer league in the 1998/1999 season.Assile Toufaily, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Daily, year-round use of SPF is key, Lee says, especially since the risk of skin cancer increases with age as UV damage accumulates.Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Buzz accelerates confidently and has responsive handling.Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 21 Oct. 2024
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Additionally, the plan accelerates state debt payments, freeing up recurring general fund revenue for other uses.Nolan McKendry | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 21 Oct. 2024
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Winehouse’s Grammy-winning behemoth lifts seven rungs on the Official Albums Streaming tally, as fans in that country have apparently been streaming the project in larger-than-usual numbers.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Blue Team lifts beaming hero Charles in victory, earning a (post-showers) team date with Joan.Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
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This new law expands coverage to employers with ten or more employees, down from the previous threshold of 25 employees, significantly broadening its scope.Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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American Cinematheque Cinematic Void expands their monthly installment of cult film screenings with four supernatural scarers in honor of Halloween, all on 35mm at the Los Feliz 3.Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Climbs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climbs. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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