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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
Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
As people increasingly rely on AI assistants as search tools, and the study raises concerns about the potential proliferation of misinformation.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2025
Melanie Bakarich Melanie Bakarich is the president of the board of directors for the Piper Educational Foundation, which raises money for the schools.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2025
That kind of emotional attachment raises red flags for lawmakers.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Vader moves the blade, raises it, but the shadow seems to only deepen, the pull of the dark side suddenly stronger, a riptide that threatens to drag him under.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2025
Brian Pempus, a former gambling reporter and founder of the website Gambling Harm, which raises awareness about the dangers of gambling, cautioned that consumers may not be ready for the associated risks.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Fernandes Anderson was staring down an impending $5,000 fine for a state ethics violation around that time period, for hiring two immediate family members to her City Council staff, giving them raises, and in the case of her sister, a bonus.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 22 Oct. 2025
Heather spoke with Richard Propes, an activist, minister and cancer survivor who invited a crew to document his Tenderness Tour, a wheelchair journey that raises awareness for vulnerable communities.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025
Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Without it, the state operates off its previous budget, meaning teachers and other state employees will go without raises for the time being.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2025
The part-time, four-year terms paid $28,000 a year as of December 2024, with raises on the way.
—Idaho Statesman, 14 Oct. 2025
With their next contract, the journalists are pushing for raises that take into account recent inflation, protections against the outsourcing of their work and new language around layoffs.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2025
The latter would be disastrous for an economy that is already tilted too favorably in the direction of billionaires like Musk while employees writ large are battling inflation and lackluster pay raises, sources said.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
Look here to see your relationship with credit card debt, college loans, and pay raises.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
While educators are eager to see raises, the district has countered with 0% pay increases.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2025
Consequently, job-to-job pay raises have dropped to around 7% in July, down more than three percentage points from 2019 levels.
—Kara Dennison, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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The situation raises broader questions about transparency, accountability, and the example set by Hialeah’s top official.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
As people increasingly rely on AI assistants as search tools, and the study raises concerns about the potential proliferation of misinformation.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2025
Melanie Bakarich Melanie Bakarich is the president of the board of directors for the Piper Educational Foundation, which raises money for the schools.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2025
That kind of emotional attachment raises red flags for lawmakers.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Vader moves the blade, raises it, but the shadow seems to only deepen, the pull of the dark side suddenly stronger, a riptide that threatens to drag him under.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2025
Brian Pempus, a former gambling reporter and founder of the website Gambling Harm, which raises awareness about the dangers of gambling, cautioned that consumers may not be ready for the associated risks.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Fernandes Anderson was staring down an impending $5,000 fine for a state ethics violation around that time period, for hiring two immediate family members to her City Council staff, giving them raises, and in the case of her sister, a bonus.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 22 Oct. 2025
Heather spoke with Richard Propes, an activist, minister and cancer survivor who invited a crew to document his Tenderness Tour, a wheelchair journey that raises awareness for vulnerable communities.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025
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Alongside those raises, Chan was also granted weeks of management leave.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Without it, the state operates off its previous budget, meaning teachers and other state employees will go without raises for the time being.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2025
The part-time, four-year terms paid $28,000 a year as of December 2024, with raises on the way.
—Idaho Statesman, 14 Oct. 2025
With their next contract, the journalists are pushing for raises that take into account recent inflation, protections against the outsourcing of their work and new language around layoffs.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2025
The latter would be disastrous for an economy that is already tilted too favorably in the direction of billionaires like Musk while employees writ large are battling inflation and lackluster pay raises, sources said.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
Look here to see your relationship with credit card debt, college loans, and pay raises.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
While educators are eager to see raises, the district has countered with 0% pay increases.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2025
Consequently, job-to-job pay raises have dropped to around 7% in July, down more than three percentage points from 2019 levels.
—Kara Dennison, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for raises
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Project Cloud Nita Platform Sneakers The Nita has a platform that lifts you about two inches and contains a cushiony memory foam insole for your heels to sink into.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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One of those walls, a massive glass awning-style window, lifts skyward to erase the boundary between indoors and out, revealing a sprawling terrace that feels suspended above the city.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
24 Oct. 2025
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Increasing patient engagement also drives more return on investment and fosters more loyalty with the health system.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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Amid differing perspectives, West Cal intends to develop technology that fosters collaboration.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
14 Oct. 2025
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Through her restraint, Roberts provokes in us some semblance of empathy for her character – in a movie where everyone else is basically monstrous.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
10 Oct. 2025
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Every action provokes a reaction.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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But the piece de resistance is a small button on the face of the guitar that, when pressed, activates a chip on a soundboard that elicits the distinctive roar of Godzilla.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Oct. 2025
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Players sometimes need a new voice, someone who elicits a run-through-a-wall passion and a healthy fear (and a knowledge) that mistakes will carry consequences.—
Barry Jackson
Updated October 19,
Miami Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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So, games like that builds trust.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Oct. 2025
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But the restaurant doesn't dwell in the past; Agnes and Sherman is a diner for a new generation that builds upon all that came before.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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Genuine community naturally grows around the needs of others.—
Joni Eareckson Tada,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Shareholders have complained about the speed of progress and welcome the strategy shift in the same breath, all the while demanding the business grows what’s left of the overnight audience share.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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Benefits of Heat Therapy Heat therapy increases tissue temperature and blood flow to your back, relaxing muscles and improving pain.—
RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
25 Oct. 2025
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As the Universe expands, the volume increases, while the particle masses and the total number of particles remain the same.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
24 Oct. 2025
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Progesterone promotes cell death among defective cells that could turn cancerous.—
Jocelyn Solis-Moreira,
Flow Space,
27 Oct. 2025
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Healthy soil also promotes better nutrient absorption, allowing your lawn to better withstand disease and weeds.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Raises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raises. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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