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as in revolt
open fighting against authority (as one's own government)
a great rising of the people was all it took to bring down a regime that imagined that it would endure for a thousand years
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as in climb
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
the rising of the sun
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as in increasing
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the snow accumulation is rising at an alarming rate
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as in waking
to leave one's bed
I generally rise around six and leave for work by seven
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as in ascending
to move or extend upward
mountains majestically rising towards the sky
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Recent Examples of rising
Athena Sobhan, People.com, 27 Sep. 2024
Everything to Know About Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius What signs are compatible with Leo Rising signs?
Leo risings are most compatible with Sagittarius.
—Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 26 July 2024
Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 27 Dec. 2024
With prices still rising after the Covid-19 pandemic caused inflation to spike, shoppers at high and low income level are flocking to stores providing the best prices on commodities.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Libra risings are deeply romantic and put in the effort for their romantic relationships.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 27 Sep. 2024
Everything to Know About Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius What signs are compatible with Leo Rising signs?
Leo risings are most compatible with Sagittarius.
—Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 26 July 2024
Verb
The Consumer Pulse report showed that 51 percent of shoppers are anxious about the rising cost of living driven by higher energy and housing costs in the winter months.
—Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 27 Dec. 2024
With prices still rising after the Covid-19 pandemic caused inflation to spike, shoppers at high and low income level are flocking to stores providing the best prices on commodities.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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What holds back CEOs and political leaders is the same thing: fear, fear of bad headlines or big revolts.—
Axios,
Axios,
20 Jan. 2025
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When their tour group takes a train ride in first class, Benji revolts.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Jan. 2025
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George is 24-22 overall at Tennessee State and, at this juncture, faces a steep climb to become a head coach on the NFL level.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Jan. 2025
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The climb brought together survivors and supporters united by a common goal: raising awareness and funding for the disease.—
Emily Cegielski,
Flow Space,
17 Jan. 2025
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An increasing number of large and mid-size firms are reporting on their sustainability initiatives.—
Aliza Knox,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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As president, Biden helped the country past the COVID pandemic, increasing the availability of testing and vaccines.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
31 Dec. 2024
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Most climbers ascending the Grand are protected by belay ropes in case of a fall.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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The vote happens in ascending player order this time.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
26 Dec. 2024
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The 1948-49 uprising is seen by some historians as a precursor to the Korean War.—
Lydia Millet,
New York Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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Some Korean veterans of that war were also involved in suppressing uprisings such as the one in Gwangju.—
Judith Shulevitz,
The Atlantic,
14 Jan. 2025
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In 2025, air passengers will see lounge openings and changes in frequent flier programs, and the number of premium and elite offerings will continue at a steady ascent.—
Christine Chung,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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Officials said a couple of engines dropped out during that ascent phase but could not offer a direct explanation for the outcome.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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One thing is clear; AI success is a journey, and the ability to rapidly leverage and adapt resources and technology is key — as new technologies and capabilities keep arising almost every day.—
Joe McKendrick,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Some of these traits worsen with age, again arising from a fear of losing control.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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The committee spent 18 months investigating Trump and the violent insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
20 Jan. 2025
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The violent insurrection overshadowed the final days of Trump's first term and seemed at the time almost certain to rule out any future bid for the presidency.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Rising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rising. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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