1
as in hoisting
to lift with effort
boosted the child into her car seat
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2
as in increasing
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 enhancing
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 lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
boosted the box onto the top shelf
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as in promoting
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 stealing
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 boosting
According to Ray Wang, research director for semiconductors, supply chain and emerging technology at Futurum Group, the policies show that Washington remains committed to preventing China from boosting its local chip production capacity and cultivating its local know-how and talent.
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Dylan Butts, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Implementing mindfulness and cognitive behavioral strategies also plays a role in boosting mental health.
—John Pierce, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Cuomo has pledged to address quality-of-life issues and public safety by increasing police presence in the subways and streets and boosting affordable housing supply.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Essentially, instead of boosting all signals equally, the brain uses its gamma rhythm as a timing gate.
—New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2025
These motors are paired with a third-generation silicon carbide semiconductor controller, boosting efficiency in energy conversion.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2025
Some of the anxiety-prone respondents didn't always experience worrying thoughts after drinking coffee — and mood-boosting effects were observed across the board.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Key Takeaways Culinary and medicinal non-psychedelic mushrooms may help fight depression by boosting serotonin, dopamine, and regulating stress pathways.
—Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2025
In addition to boosting diversity in flavor, Bryan’s ReFresh recipe development process set out to satisfy a wider range of health goals and food restrictions.
—Betty Gold Kider, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Aug. 2025
Dylan Butts, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Implementing mindfulness and cognitive behavioral strategies also plays a role in boosting mental health.
—John Pierce, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Cuomo has pledged to address quality-of-life issues and public safety by increasing police presence in the subways and streets and boosting affordable housing supply.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Essentially, instead of boosting all signals equally, the brain uses its gamma rhythm as a timing gate.
—New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2025
These motors are paired with a third-generation silicon carbide semiconductor controller, boosting efficiency in energy conversion.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2025
Some of the anxiety-prone respondents didn't always experience worrying thoughts after drinking coffee — and mood-boosting effects were observed across the board.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Key Takeaways Culinary and medicinal non-psychedelic mushrooms may help fight depression by boosting serotonin, dopamine, and regulating stress pathways.
—Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2025
In addition to boosting diversity in flavor, Bryan’s ReFresh recipe development process set out to satisfy a wider range of health goals and food restrictions.
—Betty Gold Kider, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boosting
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Egypt on Thursday unveiled new finds from a submerged archaeological site off Alexandria, hoisting statues and architectural fragments from Abu Qir Bay that authorities say may be an extension of the ancient city of Canopus.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Aug. 2025
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This year, after waiting for calm weather, a crew sailed aboard the Arctic Sunrise from Norfolk, England, to the gas rig, about 45 nautical miles off the coast, where seven experienced climbers scaled the rig, hoisting a thirty-nine-by-twenty-six-foot truss onto its side.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
18 Aug. 2025
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The materials also mold to your feet over time, increasing their comfort and personalizing their fit.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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In Platte County, population growth also contributes to the increasing demand for real estate.—
Madeline King,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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Other states, including California, Montana, Idaho and North Dakota, have similar laws enhancing sentences for repeat felony offenders.—
Quinlan Bentley,
The Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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In another section, male nudes celebrate the body with an ode to classic perfection, enhancing strength and symmetry through a refined use of light and composition.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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We are truly blessed to be surrounded by such a beautiful community lifting us in love and commitment.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Save for slightly fleshing out some of these roles, Ozon’s script is loyal to the point of lifting most lines of dialogue verbatim.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
2 Sep. 2025
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Bipartisan support for promoting democracy abroad continued for decades after the Cold War ended.—
Time,
Time,
3 Sep. 2025
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The early renewal was revealed Wednesday morning by series stars Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore while promoting The Paper’s launch on NBC’s Today.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
3 Sep. 2025
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The core of the game is stealing characters from other gamers.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
5 Sep. 2025
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From her start as a Fly Girl on the sketch comedy program In Living Color in the early ’90s to stealing scenes in Selena and The Wedding Planner, then topping charts with her debut album On the 6.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
5 Sep. 2025
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Since 2023, the actor has regularly been photographed at the Studio City Farmers Market, arms—and Bode tote—heaving with tulips, pincushions, sunflowers, and sea lavender.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
25 Aug. 2025
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And started just heaving crying.—
Hannah Parry
Anna Commander
Sonam Sheth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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Student Experience and Programming — expanding academic programs such as the Capstone Design, the Flowers Invention Studio, and the Student Competition Center by supporting faculty mentors and students.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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France, which plans to recognize a Palestinian state this month at the United Nations, also voiced its opposition to Israel expanding operations in Gaza.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Boosting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boosting. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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