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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
R. Eric Thomas, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
CoJax acknowledges its dependence on future issuances of equity or other financings to fund ongoing operations, which raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
This video raises a lot of questions, many of which commenters on the video were quick to point out.
—Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
The company has determined that mandatory liquidation, if the Initial Business Combination is not completed by December 16, 2024, raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
This condition raises substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
This raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Forte's liquidity position raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern, with existing cash expected to be insufficient for the next twelve months.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
University officials said construction on the first phase of the project could begin once the university raises an additional $10 million.
—Arkansas Game and Fish, arkansasonline.com, 22 Oct. 2024
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Having worked for a domestic violence nonprofit, all of this raises red flags.
—R. Eric Thomas, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
CoJax acknowledges its dependence on future issuances of equity or other financings to fund ongoing operations, which raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
This video raises a lot of questions, many of which commenters on the video were quick to point out.
—Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
The company has determined that mandatory liquidation, if the Initial Business Combination is not completed by December 16, 2024, raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
This condition raises substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
This raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Forte's liquidity position raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern, with existing cash expected to be insufficient for the next twelve months.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
University officials said construction on the first phase of the project could begin once the university raises an additional $10 million.
—Arkansas Game and Fish, arkansasonline.com, 22 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for raises
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Winehouse’s Grammy-winning behemoth lifts seven rungs on the Official Albums Streaming tally, as fans in that country have apparently been streaming the project in larger-than-usual numbers.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Blue Team lifts beaming hero Charles in victory, earning a (post-showers) team date with Joan.Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
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This approach fosters loyalty and justifies the recurring cost, driving long-term customer retention.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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This safety net fosters open communication, where innovation and creative problem-solving thrive.Lynda Silsbee, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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OnX gathers that data and builds layers of graphics that show exactly where app users should avoid and displays it on a phone or tablet on the onX Backcountry, onX Offroad, and onX Hunt apps.Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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Engaging directly with your audience through comments and messages builds community and fosters trust, amplifying your reach organically without the need for extensive resources.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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As the user base grows, the demand for support increases.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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If the affected tooth grows in correctly and can be cleaned well, pericoronitis may go away as the tissue covering the tooth recedes.Sarah Hudgens, Health, 4 Oct. 2024
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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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Enjoying undisturbed sleep also promotes muscle and tissue growth and recovery, so has been helpful for reducing some of my skin issues and helping with post-workout recovery.Devinder Bains, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Sedona Visitor’s Bureau defines vortexes as areas where the Earth’s energy is thought to be highly concentrated, creating a unique environment that promotes healing, introspection, and personal transformation and move in a spiral-like up and down movement.Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Sometimes, things just go wrong; the incorrect patch is pushed, or an update introduces new vulnerabilities.Stephanie Domas, Forbes, 21 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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Gaga, perhaps strategically, has been put into three films that already had prestige Oscar-facing male actors attached to them, which elevates her stardom, but also dims her light in each.Samantha Allen, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
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Made from a material called Outdoor Luxury HPL, the exterior has a walnut wood look that looks sophisticated and truly elevates any space where it is installed.Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Raises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raises. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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