1
as in to stimulate
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
an important news story that doesn't need to be amped up with sensationalism
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2
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
inflammatory rhetoric that served only to amp up the civil unrest that was overspreading the city
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amp (up)
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This amazing project significantly expands our ability to accomplish our mission, to stimulate curiosity and inspire science learning in everyone, on a scale and with an impact unlike anything in our history.—
Staff report,
Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026 -
Simple habits like hydration, fiber intake, coffee, physical activity, and proper posture can help stimulate bowel movements.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
16 Apr. 2026
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Spot gold, which is currently trading at around $4,838 per ounce, has fallen about 10% from its late-January peak, slipping into correction territory even as geopolitical risks intensify.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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Washington has intensified its crackdown on the Cartel del Noreste - heir to the former Zetas - which has been accused of trafficking weapons, drugs and people, and is characterized by its violent practices and extortion.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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This is the season to embrace perfumes that don’t overwhelm but rather float on the skin, enhancing your natural allure with every warm breeze.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2026
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The big story Last December, when Amazon pledged a massive $35 billion investment in India including for digitizing over 12 million small businesses and enhancing logistical infrastructure, the scale of the commitment seemed disproportionate to the market’s size.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
16 Apr. 2026
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Haiti, the most impoverished country in the Western Hemisphere, has been hit the hardest by rising oil prices that experts warn will deepen a spiraling humanitarian crisis.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The appointment comes as Rapha continues to expand its global community of riders and Rapha Cycling Club (RCC) members and deepen its presence in competitive cycling.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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The mistake also comes amid heightening tension between sports streamers and more legacy sports media companies.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, Riley’s anxiety was heightened when her garden gate was recently damaged by someone.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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Parker said her budget is focused on strengthening public safety, expanding housing, improving street cleanliness and greenery, and expanding economic opportunity.—
Kerri Corrado,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Already a Secuoya Studios advisory board member, Gazzolo will provide analysis and decision support for development and content projects, while also bringing in talent and strengthening commercial connections in the region.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Amp (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amp%20%28up%29. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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