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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number
a promotion that boosted the number of interested customers milling about the showroom
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as in to enhance
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
recommended eating foods that boost the body's immunity to disease
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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
boosted the box onto the top shelf
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as in to promote
to provide publicity for
boosted the singer's latest release with a round of appearances on all the talk and entertainment shows
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as in to steal
slang
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
the woman was nabbed trying to boost a couple of bottles of perfume
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as in support
an act or instance of helping
she always liked to give struggling families in the neighborhood a boost
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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
a sudden boost in sales
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as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
according to the President, a tax cut is just the boost that the economy needs
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Recent Examples of boost
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
2 July 2026
The song and its controversy is a Miami story — from the video set in a Miami strip club to the scamming and boosting culture.
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Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
Kelly Burch,
Verywell Health,
1 July 2026
The most immediate health boost comes from physical movement.
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Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
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To help boost those numbers, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWCC) recently released a brief PSA video advising on the best ways to locate and dispatch the ongoing troublemakers.
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Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
2 July 2026
The song and its controversy is a Miami story — from the video set in a Miami strip club to the scamming and boosting culture.
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Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
Noun
Key Takeaways Bananas provide an energy boost within half an hour.
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Kelly Burch,
Verywell Health,
1 July 2026
The most immediate health boost comes from physical movement.
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Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boost
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The first of a five-step tropical cyclone wind warning was hoisted over the northeastern coastal areas, prohibiting boats from heading out to sea.
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Along with the video cheering on the Commanders, Aiyuk posted a photo of Washington’s former quarterback Mark Rypien hoisting the Vince Lombardi Trophy after winning Super Bowl XXVI.
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The state also has goals, including some that have been in place since 2012, that set declining limits on smog-causing pollutants and required automakers to sell increasing percentages of electric and hybrid vehicles through 2025.
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The news came a day before Liz reported on Hong Kong’s beleaguered cinema market finally having an upturn, with overall box office revenues increasing by 25% thanks to a strong line-up of local and Hollywood releases.
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This may sound like a minor detail, but cabin location can enhance the overall journey.
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In addition to its instant, complexion-enhancing tint, the formula contains skin care ingredients lauded for their smoothing, quenching properties.
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The evacuation order for Zone DUN-009-A was lifted, while Zone DUN-009-B remained under a mandatory evacuation order, according to the Genasys Protect service.
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Consider rearranging a corner of your home, because practical changes can lift your mood and productivity.
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Good Chop is dedicated to providing the finest cuts of meat while promoting sustainable practices.
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The company threw a lavish caviar party at Cannes and in May hosted panels promoting its cinematic tool at Amazon’s AI on the Lot event in Culver City.
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Zach Neto walked to begin the inning but got picked off at first base attempting to steal second.
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Yamal is most likely your favorite player’s favorite player to watch, to steal a somewhat corny adage.
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Overall, half of Americans (50%) support displaying the Ten Commandments in classrooms, including 83% of White evangelicals and 72% of Republicans.
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Trailing 3-1 in the third, Ohtani provided his own run support, singling to center to score Alex Freeland from second after the Dodgers infielder had led off with a double.
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Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank, said AI is a source of productivity and gains.
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Saturated fats can also cause weight gain, affect metabolic health and increase the risk of developing diabetes, heart disease and other health issues, according to the National Library of Medicine.
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“Boost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boost. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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