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as in lifts
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
he asked members of the audience to raise their hands if they had been to his show before
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as in fosters
to bring to maturity through care and education
since she was only two when her mother died, the girl was raised mainly by her aunt
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as in provokes
to bring (something volatile or intense) into being
a proposal to cover the library's red brick with vinyl siding raised a mighty ruckus with those favoring historical preservation
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as in elicits
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
the lawsuit raised old resentments that had never been completely extinguished
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as in erects
to fix in an upright position
the mattress will fit into the moving truck only if we raise it on its side
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as in builds
to form by putting together parts or materials
raised a memorial on the site of the historic event
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as in grows
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
raises ducks, geese, and other exotic fowl ultimately destined for the dinner table
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as in increases
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the multiplex raised the ticket price
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as in promotes
to move higher in rank or position
he was recently raised to lieutenant in the fire department
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as in introduces
to present or bring forward for discussion
one member of the tour raised the subject of appropriate attire for visits to sacred sites in the Holy Land
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as in expresses
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
too afraid to raise an objection
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as in boosts
something added (as by growth)
the school board approved a raise in the maximum family income for students qualifying for reduced-price lunches
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Recent Examples of raises
Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.
—Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The stranger raises his hands, palms facing out.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
This raises a potpourri of very weighty AI ethics concerns, see my coverage at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Citi raises its Broadcom price target to $205 per share from $175; yet, at the same time, analysts are talking about expecting muted guidance.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
The process surrounding this project raises serious issues and questions that remain unanswered.
—Joe Vigliotti, Baltimore Sun, 10 Dec. 2024
Aside from its practical applications, the ability to distinguish AI art from its human, real-deal counterpart via more rigorous Turing tests raises questions about the nature of creativity.
—Big Think, 9 Dec. 2024
While Amazon notes that campaign reports won't include Rufus metrics separately, this development raises interesting questions about the future of retail media.
—Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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And this skinny guy raises his hand with a wry smile.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.
—Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The stranger raises his hands, palms facing out.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
This raises a potpourri of very weighty AI ethics concerns, see my coverage at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Citi raises its Broadcom price target to $205 per share from $175; yet, at the same time, analysts are talking about expecting muted guidance.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
The process surrounding this project raises serious issues and questions that remain unanswered.
—Joe Vigliotti, Baltimore Sun, 10 Dec. 2024
Aside from its practical applications, the ability to distinguish AI art from its human, real-deal counterpart via more rigorous Turing tests raises questions about the nature of creativity.
—Big Think, 9 Dec. 2024
While Amazon notes that campaign reports won't include Rufus metrics separately, this development raises interesting questions about the future of retail media.
—Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for raises
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Upper arm lifts, to get rid of flapping skin sometimes called angel wings, increased 23% in the same period.Brenda Goodman, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
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The tool lifts and energizes skin while reducing puffiness.Toni Sutton, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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This hybrid approach allows TSH to serve a diverse array of guests—students, travelers, professionals, and local residents—while creating an environment that fosters collaboration and social impact.Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The answer is simple but profound—a ripple effect that enhances customer interactions and fosters lasting loyalty.Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Barry builds a believable sci-fi world—even with its pseudo-fantastical powers—out of the most familiar and banal building blocks, taking the stakes of linguistic misuse to apocalyptic heights.Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Under the National Environmental Policy Act, the federal government is required to conduct environmental reviews before approving energy production plans, infrastructure builds and other projects.Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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As the ties to his past begin to unravel, and his corrupted power grows stronger, Rand becomes increasingly unrecognizable to his closest allies, Moiraine and Egwene.Denise Petski, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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The terror only grows as King narrates the pitfalls of his adulthood, such as his addictions and then his unexpected, grueling recovery from a near-fatal accident.Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This precision reduces wasted ad spend and increases conversion likelihood, making advertising efforts more efficient and cost-effective.Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The jury for European Shooting Stars, the program that promotes rising actors from Europe, has revealed its 2025 lineup.Leo Barraclough, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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The unique grid design promotes better posture while relieving tension on your spine and glutes.Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
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Each handoff introduces potential friction when a health plan relies on multiple partners—from dental providers to transportation services.Rajeev Ronanki, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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However, critics argue crypto doesn’t solve these problems and introduces others, including high environmental costs and challenges in regulation, which attract money launderers, criminals, and scammers.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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The skin tones of these black actors, seen in mundane settings, achieve an aesthetic advance that elevates Leigh’s sociological vision.Armond White, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
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Refined elegance in the form of flatware simply elevates any dining experience.Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Raises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raises. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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