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as in increases
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the snow accumulation is rising at an alarming rate
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2
as in wakes
to leave one's bed
I generally rise around six and leave for work by seven
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as in ascends
to move or extend upward
mountains majestically rising towards the sky
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as in promotions
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
his rapid rise to president of the company
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as in hills
an area of high ground
if we can get to the top of that rise, we'll be able to see for miles
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as in inclines
an upward slope
the rise of the hill was relatively gentle
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as in boosts
something added (as by growth)
an unexpected rise in prices
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as in climbs
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
unfortunately, the descent of the balloon was just as swift as its rise
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Recent Examples of rises
New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2024
Their desirability rises as their price goes up, and these achieve investment status.
—Zain Jaffer, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024
This rises to nearly 50% for homeowners under 50, who are mostly made up of Gen Z and millennials.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2024
The authors investigate the long-term economic and social consequences of a hypothetical scenario where Bitcoin's price rises continuously.
—Javier Bastardo, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Smoke rises from an Israeli airstrike in Beirut's southern suburbs early this morning.
—NBC News, 4 Oct. 2024
As the number of billion-dollar disasters rises as a result of climate change, the economic toll of extreme weather will be increasingly difficult to absorb.
—Justin Worland, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
Mars rises around midnight and Jupiter rises in the first half of the night (rising earlier as the month goes on).
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Oct. 2024
As sure as the sun rises in the east, our pits can seriously stink, but body odor and sweat are nothing the best deodorants and antiperspirants can’t handle.
—Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
Verb
Ocean Sun has developed a flexible floating rig that rises and falls with the waves.
—New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2024
Their desirability rises as their price goes up, and these achieve investment status.
—Zain Jaffer, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024
This rises to nearly 50% for homeowners under 50, who are mostly made up of Gen Z and millennials.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2024
The authors investigate the long-term economic and social consequences of a hypothetical scenario where Bitcoin's price rises continuously.
—Javier Bastardo, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Smoke rises from an Israeli airstrike in Beirut's southern suburbs early this morning.
—NBC News, 4 Oct. 2024
As the number of billion-dollar disasters rises as a result of climate change, the economic toll of extreme weather will be increasingly difficult to absorb.
—Justin Worland, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
Mars rises around midnight and Jupiter rises in the first half of the night (rising earlier as the month goes on).
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Oct. 2024
As sure as the sun rises in the east, our pits can seriously stink, but body odor and sweat are nothing the best deodorants and antiperspirants can’t handle.
—Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rises
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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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Savers need to scan the ads, review the postcards being sent to your home, and check out the online outlets for high-yielding promotions.Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 3 Oct. 2024
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As a result, companies have released value meals, new items and special promotions to ramp up sales.Jordan Valinsky, CNN, 3 Oct. 2024
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The issue arises because the new ERP system introduces best practices for the industry, but some employees resist adapting.Claus Jepsen, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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The real tests, most think, will come when adversity arises and adaptation is required.Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
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Building a global team is a strategic investment that drives change, streamlines operations and accelerates product development.Sagi Eliyahu, Forbes, 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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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
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Outside on the street, Vector climbs into his vehicle.Sebastian Shukla, CNN, 16 Oct. 2024
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Golden Matrix continues to focus on expanding its global reach by obtaining gaming licenses in new markets and enhancing its product offerings through technological advancements.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to focus on developing its private wireless and drone solutions, with strategic partnerships and market advancements in the rail and drone sectors.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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With dramatic cliffs that cascade into the Pacific and countless cute country towns along the way, Highway 1 is one of those bucket list road trips that is absolutely worth the hype.Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 2 Oct. 2024
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Views include red rock pinnacles and cliffs, Sinagua cliff dwellings, wildlife and a rare riparian habitat.Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 2 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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