swell (up)

verb

Definition of swell (up)next
as in to beef (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swell (up)
  1. increase
  2. augment
  3. escalate
  4. multiply
  5. amplify
  6. expand
  7. insert
Verb
  • Even with all the steps your government and Police Department are taking to increase safety and improve driving conditions, the most influential safety factor remains you, the individual behind the wheel.
    Glen Koen, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Residential property owners paid 42.5% of all property taxes in the state in 2017, but that portion increased to 50% in 2023, according to a Policy Analytics study.
    Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of increase
Verb
  • Historically, alliances have been forged by individual leaders and have served to augment a nation’s strength in case of war.
    Henry A. Kissinger, Foreign Affairs, 18 Nov. 2024
  • Lores says repeatedly finding moments to learn and augment his overall skill set was a significant trigger shot to his career.
    Natalie McCormick, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of augment
Verb
  • However, prosecutors say those injuries weren't due to an accident but an escalating pattern of violence resulting in the girl's death.
    Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The issue now is not whether COMAC will challenge Boeing but rather how ready Boeing is or isn't to maintain its position in this escalating competition.
    Jim Osman, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of escalate
Verb
  • Illinois has the most local governments in the nation, multiplying the chances for corruption Illinois’ arcane ballot rules turn politics into a blood sport where only the most powerful and savvy survive Chicago police bet big on pricey surveillance cameras.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Lies and propaganda about presidential candidates' stances, voting system security and the integrity of American democracy are multiplying ahead of Election Day.
    Sam Sabin, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of multiply
Verb
  • The Hip Hop Caucus was created as a nonprofit organization that amplifies political activism for the younger generation, using hip-hop music and culture as a vehicle to spread awareness.
    Shelby Stewart, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Advocacy groups argue that Mexico's militarized approach to law enforcement has amplified risks for civilians, particularly migrants, who are often vulnerable to both smugglers and law enforcement.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of amplify
Verb
  • Her re-election sets Phoenix up to continue growing the burgeoning technology and health care industries, building sustainable infrastructure to combat climate change and expanding public transportation options.
    Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The United States expanded a resettlement program for Afghan refugees in 2021 to include journalists and humanitarian workers who had helped the United States.
    Trisha Mukherjee, ABC News, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of expand
Verb
  • Loosely cover with foil, and bake at 350°F until onions are tender and a thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 160°F, 1 hour to 1 hour, 30 minutes.
    Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024
  • In some counties, voters insert their ballots into on-site tabulators at in-person voting locations.
    Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of insert
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“Swell (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swell%20%28up%29. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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