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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
Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
While its temperature from the sun never climbs above -220 degrees Fahrenheit (-140 degrees Celsius), this is still warm enough to cause these ices to sublimate.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Also in the top 10 of the latest Billboard 200, Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas jingles back to the top 10 for a seventh consecutive holiday season, as the 1994 release climbs 14-10.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 22 Dec. 2024
My friend Savannah climbs in next to me.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
As that project climbs, the full-length that followed it, which certified the singer-songwriter as more than a flash in the pan, is also enjoying a comeback of sorts across the pond.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Or worn your heavy coat to find that the temperature climbs too high to keep it on?
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
In addition to the World Digital Song Sales list, the track also climbs on the Billboard Global Excl.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The legendary Crosby is back in the top 10 on the Billboard 200 for the first time in nearly 64 years, as his new holiday compilation Ultimate Christmas climbs 18-9.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 8 Dec. 2024
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Many state sites include locations, meeting points, and starting times of various hikes and other outdoor adventures, from mountain climbs to cross-country country-skiing.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
While its temperature from the sun never climbs above -220 degrees Fahrenheit (-140 degrees Celsius), this is still warm enough to cause these ices to sublimate.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Also in the top 10 of the latest Billboard 200, Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas jingles back to the top 10 for a seventh consecutive holiday season, as the 1994 release climbs 14-10.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 22 Dec. 2024
My friend Savannah climbs in next to me.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
As that project climbs, the full-length that followed it, which certified the singer-songwriter as more than a flash in the pan, is also enjoying a comeback of sorts across the pond.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Or worn your heavy coat to find that the temperature climbs too high to keep it on?
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
In addition to the World Digital Song Sales list, the track also climbs on the Billboard Global Excl.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The legendary Crosby is back in the top 10 on the Billboard 200 for the first time in nearly 64 years, as his new holiday compilation Ultimate Christmas climbs 18-9.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 8 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climbs
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Each time the calendar flips during the NBA season, that number rises by just under $12k.Tony East, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Steve Hard, the current head of medical at Portsmouth, explains how there are more layers to the job the higher a club rises through the leagues.Tom Burrows, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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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
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This increases the chances of feeling sleepy at bedtime.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The journey ascends to the summit of Gornergrat offers stunning 360° views of the pyramidal Matterhorn Mountain and over 30 towering 4,000-meter peaks.Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Crosby returns to the top 10 on the Billboard 200 for the first time in more than half a century as Ultimate Christmas ascends.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Kendrick also stars as Sheryl, a struggling LA actress who is persuaded to go on The Dating Game by friends, and her typically winsome, spunky performance—and able direction— lifts Woman of the Hour to the next level.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
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Their motivation for themselves lifts the organization and influences others around them.Edward Tuorinsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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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
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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
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League officials have also said Las Vegas has a strong bid, and while losing out for the 30th slot, is still in contention if the league expands further.Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
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This will start a new story that expands until 2039—a story centered on your 11th house of community and higher ideals.Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Climbs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climbs. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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