as in to shoot (up)
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Violence also broke out in the city of Zahedan in southeast Iran after Friday prayers.—
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In October 2018, the building became the scene of a dramatic rescue when a fire broke out, injuring tenants.—
Anna Ortiz,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
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Asia-Pacific markets were mixed Friday, though chip stocks broadly rose.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2026
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Pricey rooftops Of course, California housing costs rise as you near the water.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Bob (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bob%20%28up%29. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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