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as in increases
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 enhances
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 lifts
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
boosted the box onto the top shelf
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as in promotes
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 steals
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 supports
an act or instance of helping
she always liked to give struggling families in the neighborhood a boost
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as in raises
something added (as by growth)
a sudden boost in sales
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as in incentives
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 boosts
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
One reason may be that the carbohydrates and nutrients in produce help the brain absorb tryptophan, an amino acid that boosts levels of melatonin, the hormone that helps regulate sleep, the scientists said.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
By developing crops that can thrive under stress and with fewer inputs, Avalo’s technology not only boosts productivity but also strengthens the resilience of agricultural systems facing climate volatility.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
Currently marked down 66 percent at Amazon, the boots’ roomy fit boosts your confidence while also tackling this fall’s chocolate brown trend.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Plus, panthenol boosts body and elasticity, giving even fine hair natural bounce and movement without stripping hair.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
The Mediheal Collagen Essential Beauty Mask, which has a mild fragrance and boosts skin with moisture while helping to tighten its appearance.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
According to the report, one big reason for that trend is that the state still offers affordability and access to nature, which boosts job growth.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
Create a new account with the Caesars Sportsbook promo code NEWSWK20X to unlock 20 100 percent profit boosts to start your account.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Violet Ikonomova, Freep.com, 5 Nov. 2025
While Merlin may be counting on Shein to increase foot traffic at the beleaguered BHV, the previous pop-ups have not resulted in knock-on sales boosts for other brands, Le Louët said.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
From there, new users will receive 20 100% profit boosts.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Florida, Mexico, and some transatlantic routes have all gotten capacity boosts.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Oct. 2025
Hundreds of projects were announced last year, touted by developers and many local officials as economic boosts to local economies.
—Natalie Kainz, NBC news, 28 Oct. 2025
Some companies have already touted major productivity boosts brought on by AI tools.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
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The team claimed that being able to predict drag accurately at an early design stage helps deliver a design that boosts the fuel efficiency of an aircraft.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
One reason may be that the carbohydrates and nutrients in produce help the brain absorb tryptophan, an amino acid that boosts levels of melatonin, the hormone that helps regulate sleep, the scientists said.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
By developing crops that can thrive under stress and with fewer inputs, Avalo’s technology not only boosts productivity but also strengthens the resilience of agricultural systems facing climate volatility.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
Currently marked down 66 percent at Amazon, the boots’ roomy fit boosts your confidence while also tackling this fall’s chocolate brown trend.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Plus, panthenol boosts body and elasticity, giving even fine hair natural bounce and movement without stripping hair.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
The Mediheal Collagen Essential Beauty Mask, which has a mild fragrance and boosts skin with moisture while helping to tighten its appearance.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
According to the report, one big reason for that trend is that the state still offers affordability and access to nature, which boosts job growth.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
Create a new account with the Caesars Sportsbook promo code NEWSWK20X to unlock 20 100 percent profit boosts to start your account.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
Both also got boosts from outside organizations, some of which are not required to disclose their donors, in the form of mailers or billboards.
—Violet Ikonomova, Freep.com, 5 Nov. 2025
While Merlin may be counting on Shein to increase foot traffic at the beleaguered BHV, the previous pop-ups have not resulted in knock-on sales boosts for other brands, Le Louët said.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
From there, new users will receive 20 100% profit boosts.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Florida, Mexico, and some transatlantic routes have all gotten capacity boosts.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Oct. 2025
Hundreds of projects were announced last year, touted by developers and many local officials as economic boosts to local economies.
—Natalie Kainz, NBC news, 28 Oct. 2025
Some companies have already touted major productivity boosts brought on by AI tools.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boosts
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While Minnesota’s regular season opener is slated for Wednesday in Portland, the NBA kicks off Tuesday when Oklahoma City hoists a banner ahead of its bout with Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
20 Oct. 2025
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Tramell Tillman hoists his trophy up high at the Apple TV+ party.—
Alex Apatoff,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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Until the state increases those reimbursement levels or offers new incentives for participation, access to care is likely to stay uneven.—
Sixteen Ramos,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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However, normalizing sleep deprivation increases the risk of the signs and symptoms going unnoticed or not being taken seriously.—
Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
6 Nov. 2025
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This approach enhances production efficiency, cinematic quality and creative flexibility.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
3 Nov. 2025
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These drones can combine echolocation with inertial and other sensor data through the use of sensor fusion, which enhances situational awareness and navigation dependability in challenging circumstances.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Nov. 2025
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In extremely dense fog, drivers are advised to turn on their hazard lights, pull over into a safe place, and if that’s on the side of the road or hard shoulder—turn off all lights except the hazards, engage the hand brake, and wait until the fog lifts.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Snap beats revenue expectations and lifts guidance.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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Key Takeaways Persimmons are rich in fiber, which supports digestion and promotes heart health.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
10 Nov. 2025
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Research suggests that movement helps to regulate circadian rhythm and increases melatonin production, which is a hormone that increases at night and promotes sleep.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Oscar Isaac plays the pompous Victor Frankenstein, though Jacob Elordi steals the movie as the tragic and eloquent Creature.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Traverse Wine Coast has something special in every season, but autumn steals the show when the hills light up with color and harvest season brings the grapes in from the vines.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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There are very few supports for parents from the government, and many families are isolated from extended relations and communities that might be able to offer a helping hand.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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One such community violence intervention in Chicago, called Create Real Economic Destiny, uses community organizations to identify the individuals most at risk of being involved in violent crime and recruit them to receive supports such as mental health care, mentorship, education and job training.—
NPR,
NPR,
3 Nov. 2025
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President Joe Biden's signature Inflation Reduction Act offered many incentives for the development of these alternative energy sources.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Germany scrapped incentives to boost purchases of fully electric vehicles about two years ago, a policy change that led to a sharp drop in demand for fully electric vehicles, initially.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Boosts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boosts. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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