bumping (up)

present participle of bump (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for bumping (up)
Verb
  • If the property is on market, some brokers have a great track record of doing well and maximizing price.
    James Nelson, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Developing clear governance structures and investing in training programs can help your employees work effectively alongside AI, maximizing the potential of both.
    Justin Tobin, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Crosby’s work rate is increasing in recent games, his puck battle win ratio even better than usual.
    Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
  • President Joe Biden maintained those tariffs and added tariffs on other Chinese products, including personal protective equipment, electric vehicles, batteries, and steel, slightly increasing the average tariff on imports from China.
    Michael B. G. Froman, Foreign Affairs, 25 Mar. 2025
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“Bumping (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bumping%20%28up%29. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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