How to Use boost in a Sentence

boost

1 of 2 verb
  • She boosted the boy onto his father's shoulders.
  • Check out ways to boost your income.
    Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Try adding these 12 fall foods to your diet to boost health.
    Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2025
  • What boosted the thrill was the setting.
    Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
  • This has now been boosted to $646.
    Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
  • John struggled to put forward a clear vision to boost sales.
    Geoffrey Cain, Vanity Fair, 11 May 2026
  • Their labor builds the Warhol brand, which boosts its earnings.
    Peter C. Baker, The New Yorker, 7 July 2023
  • That helped open the door for a handful of players to boost their profits, too.
    Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
  • As speeds climb, rear wheels can turn in phase with fronts to boost stability.
    Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2024
  • This formula is designed to boost skin health for a brighter, firmer look.
    Sarah Kinonen, Allure, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Sharing one key win from each team boosts engagement.
    Gabriel Shaoolian, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • In the meantime, the Chip-or-Treat deal could boost long-term sales.
    Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Gilvydis has added more than 15 pounds, which has boosted his game.
    Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Flaked salmon stars in this dish, boosted by asparagus, green peas, dill, and lemon zest.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
  • Our latest beauty secret is the key to boosting the essence of your skin.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 11 Aug. 2023
  • His nine goals in six matches were certainly boosted by four from the spot.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 1 July 2026
  • Reaching out to one friend a week is a manageable way to boost your well-being.
    Angela Haupt, Time, 14 Jan. 2026
  • The combine is a time where those who test well and have strong measurables seem to boost their draft stock.
    David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Even fertilizers that boost the food supply are made from it.
    Tibor Besedeš, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Some cost less than $200 but can still boost your salary by thousands of dollars.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
  • Some cost less than $200 but can still boost your salary by thousands of dollars.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Some companies have tried to boost out-of-home measurement on their own.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
  • One of the best ways to put your reward or bonus bets to use is to take advantage of one of the bet boosts.
    Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
  • This has been shown to relieve stress, promote a calming effect, and boost your mood.
    Erica Sweeney, SELF, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Quinoa For Hubert, quinoa is a go-to carb choice to boost protein.
    Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • An extra-high rise and a butt-boosting fit in the back come together to bless your curves.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Kale is easy to eat cooked or raw; pair it with healthy fats to boost nutrient absorption.
    Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Hawthorn berries have been used for years to soothe stomach pain and boost overall digestive health.
    Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
  • That, in turn, could boost yields since prices and yields have an inverse relationship.
    Michelle Fox, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
  • These butt-boosting jeans from Everlane are a can’t-miss deal.
    Melony Forcier, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026

boost

2 of 2 noun
  • Give the boy a boost onto the stage, will you?
  • One company's innovation has proven to be a boost to the entire industry.
  • After layoffs at the company, employees needed a boost in morale.
  • Exercise can sometimes provide a boost of energy.
  • Still, there’s room for a boost up front.
    The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
  • New users can win straight cash with each boost.
    Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
  • What are some signs your peace lily needs a boost?
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
  • That earns you in-game skill points and stat boosts.
    Mike Snider, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Use profit boost for any sport.
    Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Give your kitchen a bamboo boost.
    ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Recent boosts failed to close these gaps.
    The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
  • That noise indeed sounds like boost.
    Joel Feder, The Drive, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Give your flower beds a boost with fresh mulch.
    Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Bet boosts are available for all of these games.
    Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
  • Adding oats to the batter boosts fiber even more.
    Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 28 Aug. 2025
  • Best of all, this boosts shine for a glossy finish.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2026
  • But the wide receivers room was in dire need of a boost.
    Charlotte Carroll, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
  • But at least a few of them could sure use a second-half boost.
    Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 2 Feb. 2026
  • Or to give a boost to some of the younger and lesser known of them?
    Will Heinrich, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2024
  • Betting $5 on a bet boost might be the best way to go.
    Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
  • So it's been a big boost to the economy.
    CBS News, 22 Feb. 2026
  • James returning to the court will be a huge boost.
    Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
  • The boost some got from tax refunds is fading.
    Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 23 May 2026
  • The defense should get a boost from the portal as well.
    Everett Merrill, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
  • The other big boost is in storage size.
    PC Magazine, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Black olives add a fine umami boost to the velvety beans.
    Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Stocks that have struggled since the war began got a boost.
    Fred Imbert, CNBC, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Can this win be a similar boost?
    Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Oct. 2025
  • So, it's been a big boost to the economy.
    CBS News, 22 Feb. 2026
  • Those are the kind of odds that deserve a boost in the form of a big-time trade.
    Chad Graff, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025

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