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as in rearing
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as in raise
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as in lifting
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 fostering
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 provoking
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 eliciting
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 erecting
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 building
to form by putting together parts or materials
raised a memorial on the site of the historic event
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as in growing
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 increasing
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the multiplex raised the ticket price
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as in promoting
to move higher in rank or position
he was recently raised to lieutenant in the fire department
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as in introducing
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 voicing
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
too afraid to raise an objection
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Recent Examples of raising
Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
Iterum completed a rights offering in August 2024, raising net proceeds of $5,400,000.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company acknowledges its dependence on raising additional capital to meet future obligations.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Rekor completed a public offering in February 2024, raising approximately $26,362,000, and entered a Prepaid Advance Agreement in August 2024, securing $14,100,000 in net proceeds.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company anticipates needing additional funding beyond one year from the filing date to continue operations, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company has faced difficulties in raising funds, with current liabilities increasing to $6,094,530 and cash on hand decreasing to $35,970.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company acknowledges its dependence on generating positive cash flows and raising additional capital to meet future obligations.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on July 11, 2024, raising gross proceeds of $230,000,000.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The company has until March 22, 2025, to consummate a Business Combination, and there is uncertainty about meeting this deadline, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
Iterum completed a rights offering in August 2024, raising net proceeds of $5,400,000.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company acknowledges its dependence on raising additional capital to meet future obligations.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Rekor completed a public offering in February 2024, raising approximately $26,362,000, and entered a Prepaid Advance Agreement in August 2024, securing $14,100,000 in net proceeds.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company anticipates needing additional funding beyond one year from the filing date to continue operations, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company has faced difficulties in raising funds, with current liabilities increasing to $6,094,530 and cash on hand decreasing to $35,970.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company acknowledges its dependence on generating positive cash flows and raising additional capital to meet future obligations.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
The company completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on July 11, 2024, raising gross proceeds of $230,000,000.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for raising
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About 5,000 Textron workers in Wichita ratified a new labor contract in late October that included a 31% pay raise over five years.Pat Maio, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
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The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) said 59% of the more than 26,000 of its voting members approved Boeing's fourth offer, which includes a 38% raise over four years plus a $12,000 signing bonus and other benefits.Peter Weber, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Due to the floating wind turbine’s constant motion caused by wind, waves, and currents, load-control systems were built during this operation to regulate the load during the lifting activities.Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Then, smile, lifting your cheek muscles up; place your fingers on the top of your cheeks and release your lips to a neutral posture.Erica Sweeney, TIME, 3 Oct. 2024
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Leaders with high emotional intelligence can effectively navigate the complex emotions associated with feedback, delivering it empathetically and fostering a supportive environment.Dr. Flo Falayi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Brands strengthening their always-on creator roster and fostering deeper collaborations with creators will have a competitive edge and remain agile.Kristen Dolan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Benefits Premium access to exclusive events, thought-provoking conversations with global leaders and more, all available on-demand.Forbes Membership, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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The film Untapped is very thought-provoking and brings insightful attention to the future of work.Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
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As employees see their efforts eliciting impact, many authentically evolve into influencer status—not only serving as direct voices for the company via reshares but also engaging with their own audiences and developing relationships with other influencers and communities.Sal Viveros, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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Adam Pearce vowed Drew McIntyre and CM Punk would not be getting physical tonight, eliciting boos.Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Though not required, that could entail constructing crossings, erecting wildlife-safe fencing and setting aside land.Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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These could include planting trees, removing asphalt from playgrounds, installing outdoor classrooms and erecting shade structures.Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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Scientists are also trying to exploit the fungus’s sensitivity to temperature by building Bd-free habitats or moving frogs to locales where the fungus can’t survive.Martin J. Kernan, Discover Magazine, 16 Nov. 2024
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With back-to-back road assignments in Green Bay and Buffalo up next, a one-sided division win over Seattle could go a long way toward assuaging an anxious fan base as well as building confidence within the team.Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Consider the fact that the company’s net income registered a turnaround in fiscal 2023 growing by ~45% following years of restructuring.Trefis Team, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Things can take a turn on the fifth or sixth day of your injection protocol, once a bunch of follicles are growing.Erica Sloan, SELF, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Raising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raising. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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