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as in increased
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 intensified
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 lifted
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
boosted the box onto the top shelf
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as in promoted
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 stole
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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Recent Examples of boosted
Her fame, fueled by a college rivalry with Caitlin Clark, has significantly boosted the Dream's profile, leading to record sellouts and games in larger arenas.
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Terence Moore, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
At the same time Chicago’s immigration judges have boosted the number of removal orders, the rate of immigrants winning their cases — already slim even during the Biden administration — has dropped even more.
—Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Out-of-home viewing boosted the audience levels for Mexico’s inaugural World Cup match June 11 by 50%, and contributed several million viewers to the total for the USMNT opener.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
After months of uncertainty, the people of the Gulf region can, potentially, breathe a sigh of relief, and global markets look set to be boosted by the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
—Mireille Rebeiz, The Conversation, 18 June 2026
The streamer has also been doing a full-court Emmy campaign, boosted last week when the series snagged five TV Critics Association Awards nominations, tied with Heated Rivalry and Industry for the most of any program this year.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 18 June 2026
That rare combination boosted both demand and buying power, sending homes flying off the market and prices rising.
—Chuck Bonfiglio, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Caffeine boosted cycling power output at first, but the advantage steadily shrank, and by the second and third weeks the same dose produced a smaller performance benefit.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
SpaceX formally setting its stock price at $135 boosted Musk's fortune to just over $1 trillion.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 12 June 2026
Terence Moore, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
At the same time Chicago’s immigration judges have boosted the number of removal orders, the rate of immigrants winning their cases — already slim even during the Biden administration — has dropped even more.
—Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Out-of-home viewing boosted the audience levels for Mexico’s inaugural World Cup match June 11 by 50%, and contributed several million viewers to the total for the USMNT opener.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
After months of uncertainty, the people of the Gulf region can, potentially, breathe a sigh of relief, and global markets look set to be boosted by the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
—Mireille Rebeiz, The Conversation, 18 June 2026
The streamer has also been doing a full-court Emmy campaign, boosted last week when the series snagged five TV Critics Association Awards nominations, tied with Heated Rivalry and Industry for the most of any program this year.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 18 June 2026
That rare combination boosted both demand and buying power, sending homes flying off the market and prices rising.
—Chuck Bonfiglio, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Caffeine boosted cycling power output at first, but the advantage steadily shrank, and by the second and third weeks the same dose produced a smaller performance benefit.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
SpaceX formally setting its stock price at $135 boosted Musk's fortune to just over $1 trillion.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boosted
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Karl-Anthony Towns hoisted the Eastern Conference championship trophy and a cigar on top of a parade bus while Mamdani danced.—
Anthony Izaguirre,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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The Russians have hastily re-fortified the city with new air defence towers, each with a mobile Pantsir anti-aircraft vehicle hoisted on to it.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Through 2025, the application backlog increased, leaving it 48% higher than at the end of former President Joe Biden’s term.—
Ignacio Calderon,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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The bank said last week's hawkish Federal Open Market Committee meeting has increased uncertainty over the outlook for short-term interest rates, even as lower oil prices have eased concerns about an economic downturn.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
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Calls for his resignation intensified last month, with more than 100 Labour lawmakers publicly urging him to step aside or set out a timetable for his departure.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
21 June 2026
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However, atmospheric drag, intensified by recent solar activity, is pulling it dangerously close to Earth, threatening its imminent burn-up.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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In April, the California Department of Motor Vehicles revised its regulations for autonomous vehicles and lifted a ban on autonomous trucks weighing 10,001 pounds or more.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Scripted by David Koepp from Spielberg’s original story, Disclosure Day stars Josh O’Connor as Daniel Kellner, a cybersecurity expert who has lifted sensitive files about alien contact with the government.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Yet, all the white men eligible for a promotion to the rank of General were promoted.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2026
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The Vegas Golden Knights have promoted Ryan Craig to head coach, replacing John Tortorella, the club announced Wednesday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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Marsh walked and stole second before Bryce Harper drew a walk.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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Tree will remain standing Sherwood Forest, near Nottingham, in central England, is the traditional hideout of Robin Hood, a legendary outlaw who stole from the rich to give to the poor, while living in the forest to evade his nemesis, the Sheriff of Nottingham.—
Sam Peters,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Fans fought in the streets, heaved bottles, smashed windows and shouted filthy insults in the melee, which left nearly 50 people injured.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
15 June 2026
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Bridges fielded a pass, spun around and heaved an errant 3-pointer.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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The cabin was expanded to include sleep spaces and communal dining areas for ski students—thousands of Icelanders would pass through every summer season.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The legacy of rules dates back to 1972, initially shaped by choreographer Texie Waterman and expanded during Suzanne Mitchell's directorship from 1976 to 1989.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
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“Boosted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boosted. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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