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as in rearing
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as in lifting
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 fostering
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 provoking
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 eliciting
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 erecting
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 building
to form by putting together parts or materials
raised a memorial on the site of the historic event
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as in growing
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 increasing
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the multiplex raised the ticket price
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as in promoting
to move higher in rank or position
he was recently raised to lieutenant in the fire department
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as in introducing
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 voicing
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
too afraid to raise an objection
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Recent Examples of raising
Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 11 May 2026
Philadelphia last cheered its team on ice in a Cup-raising in 1975.
—Greg Cote
may 4, Miami Herald, 4 May 2026
The business started booming after the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022, and the subsequent raising of $10 billion in equity from Microsoft.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 2 May 2026
For a true behind-the-scenes look into horse racing and raising, Mint Julep Tours pairs a thoroughbred farm visit (complete with racing legends) with a distillery tour and tasting (at either Buffalo Trace or Bulleit).
—Hillary Richard, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
The University of Maryland Medical Center and Infinite Legacy presented the second-annual Celebration of Life Ceremony and flag-raising on Thursday.
—Madeline Burke, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Every Rayan Cherki drive into the box, every Jeremy Doku shimmy and dart, every menacing moment of intent from Haaland brings about an instant raising of our heart rates.
—Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Raman, most recently chief commercial and strategy officer of transaction banking at the bank, will in her new role lead capital raising, structuring and distribution within the growing alternatives asset class, the memo shows.
—Anthony Hughes, Bloomberg, 22 Apr. 2026
Donations help facilitate support for the raising, care and training of service dogs.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 14 May 2026
Israel’s national security minister inflamed the situation with a provocative visit to the contested Al Aqsa Mosque compound, raising concerns about Jerusalem’s status in the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
—Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The city comptroller has launched an investigation into City Hall’s handing of outdoor dining permits, raising concerns about procedural holdups that could be preventing hundreds of restaurants from opening up en plein air seating this spring.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 14 May 2026
The trouble was that the British economy was fragile—most mortgages in the UK at the time had variable rates, so raising interest rates would devastate British homeowners.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 14 May 2026
Suarez was subpoenaed in 2024 by the SEC to testify in Kapoor’s case about his relationship with the developer and his URBIN consultant duties, which involved raising funds from potential investors.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Parents in Colorado's Jefferson County are raising serious questions about a student safety audit that was never shared with them.
—Karen Morfitt, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Since the event’s conception in 2013, more than 60,000 donors have helped hundreds of nonprofit organizations in El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento and Yolo counties raising more than $117 million, according to the Sacramento Region Community Foundation.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
My priorities are lowering costs, raising wages and taking on corruption.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Noun
Despite eyebrow-raising from older generations, young digital natives have proved that social media can be a ticket to financial success.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 11 May 2026
Philadelphia last cheered its team on ice in a Cup-raising in 1975.
—Greg Cote
may 4, Miami Herald, 4 May 2026
The business started booming after the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022, and the subsequent raising of $10 billion in equity from Microsoft.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 2 May 2026
For a true behind-the-scenes look into horse racing and raising, Mint Julep Tours pairs a thoroughbred farm visit (complete with racing legends) with a distillery tour and tasting (at either Buffalo Trace or Bulleit).
—Hillary Richard, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
The University of Maryland Medical Center and Infinite Legacy presented the second-annual Celebration of Life Ceremony and flag-raising on Thursday.
—Madeline Burke, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Every Rayan Cherki drive into the box, every Jeremy Doku shimmy and dart, every menacing moment of intent from Haaland brings about an instant raising of our heart rates.
—Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Raman, most recently chief commercial and strategy officer of transaction banking at the bank, will in her new role lead capital raising, structuring and distribution within the growing alternatives asset class, the memo shows.
—Anthony Hughes, Bloomberg, 22 Apr. 2026
Donations help facilitate support for the raising, care and training of service dogs.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
Verb
The governing body said the show would support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is raising $100 million to help children access education and soccer.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
Israel’s national security minister inflamed the situation with a provocative visit to the contested Al Aqsa Mosque compound, raising concerns about Jerusalem’s status in the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
—Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The city comptroller has launched an investigation into City Hall’s handing of outdoor dining permits, raising concerns about procedural holdups that could be preventing hundreds of restaurants from opening up en plein air seating this spring.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 14 May 2026
The trouble was that the British economy was fragile—most mortgages in the UK at the time had variable rates, so raising interest rates would devastate British homeowners.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 14 May 2026
Suarez was subpoenaed in 2024 by the SEC to testify in Kapoor’s case about his relationship with the developer and his URBIN consultant duties, which involved raising funds from potential investors.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Parents in Colorado's Jefferson County are raising serious questions about a student safety audit that was never shared with them.
—Karen Morfitt, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Since the event’s conception in 2013, more than 60,000 donors have helped hundreds of nonprofit organizations in El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento and Yolo counties raising more than $117 million, according to the Sacramento Region Community Foundation.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
My priorities are lowering costs, raising wages and taking on corruption.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for raising
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Some of her collaborators have already shown that pregnancy alters a mom’s hormones and brain structure in ways that are good for bonding and child-rearing.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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The findings suggest silk’s impacts are concentrated earlier in the supply chain than previously assumed—particularly in mulberry cultivation and silkworm rearing.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The equipment staff needs to ask for a raise before this season begins.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
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Workers who accepted return-to-office mandates after years of remote work are discovering that the cost of commuting can wipe out the financial benefit of raises.—
ByBryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Tasks that must be completed quickly and require complex dexterity will be better suited to humans, whereas repetitive actions that include, for example, lifting heavy objects and low safety environments will be best for robots.—
Dr. Jonathan Reichental,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Only two years ago, Madrid were lifting their record-extending 15th Champions League title at Wembley while some voices around the squad were telling The Athletic the dressing room was one of the most united in years.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Asma Uddin is an attorney who serves as a fellow for religious freedom for the Freedom Forum, a nonpartisan group dedicated to fostering First Amendment freedoms.—
Maven Navarro,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 May 2026
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The Howard County Arts Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the arts in Howard County.—
Howard County Times,
Baltimore Sun,
11 May 2026
Verb
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The anti-camping bill, HB 1365, allowed residents to sue their local governments for non-enforcement, provoking fears that people with nowhere to sleep but the streets could face arrest.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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Aliens, dystopian nightmares, and twisted realities are more than likely provoking a reaction from viewers that flies a lot closer to terrified.—
Grace Dean,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
Verb
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Salon Confessionals With Madison LeCroy features the Southern Charm star eliciting revealing stories from her clients.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
11 May 2026
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The Justice Department under President Joe Biden, a Democrat, had proposed to reclassify marijuana, eliciting nearly 43,000 formal public comments.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That might leave Florida taxpayers still picking up the tab for the millions of dollars the state spent in quickly erecting the site in the middle of the Everglades.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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Another had a mossy headpiece with wire erecting green and platinum hair balls.—
Essence,
Essence,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Human Connection Is Only Becoming More Important In the age of AI, bringing human touch and creativity to the fore is critical to building and maintaining consumer trust, executives said.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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Water pressure is building back up in the Oakland County, Michigan, communities affected by a 42-inch water main that broke early Sunday and disrupted service.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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“Raising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raising. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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