1
as in to scramble
to move (as up or over something) often with the help of the hands in holding or pulling
visitors should use caution when climbing over the wet rocks along the shore
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2
as in to rise
to move or extend upward
smoke from the cabin climbing in the still mountain air
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3
as in to increase
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
complaints to the cable company climbed after the changeover
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as in ascent
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
a long hard climb up the mountain
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Recent Examples of climb
Michael Bloom, CNBC, 9 May 2026
Prices could climb higher still, with Chalamet showcasing the watch on the world stage.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 May 2026
Alec Lewis, New York Times, 4 May 2026
But the Democrats' chances of taking a Senate majority will be an uphill climb.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 May 2026
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Verb
Baker Hughes shares have climbed 76% in the past 12 months.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 9 May 2026
Prices could climb higher still, with Chalamet showcasing the watch on the world stage.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 May 2026
Noun
But most of these players face a massive uphill climb to impress the staff.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 4 May 2026
But the Democrats' chances of taking a Senate majority will be an uphill climb.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for climb
Verb
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Some turn to residential treatment programs, but the largely unregulated industry that can sometimes led to abuse or further harm, or leave families scrambling for care even after spending thousands of dollars.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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When the war started, governments scrambled to adapt to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for energy flowing to Asia.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 May 2026
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The crackdown—which came amid a shrinking economy, rising costs, tax increases, and Ukrainian drone strikes on the country’s energy sector—led to a rare outburst of public discontent and an equally uncommon acknowledgment of the dissatisfaction from Putin.—
Joshua Yaffa,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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Gas prices have surged and inflation is rising.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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But ultimately, Ayton needs to increase his scoring at the rim, Redick said.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
10 May 2026
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His most fulfilling moment was when the fourth calf was born in the wild last year, an indication that the bongos are thriving in their native habitat and that their population will certainly increase.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 May 2026
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The performance was the culmination of discussions that firmed up in September 2025, when the band agreed to a residency and set off on a sprint to assemble a four-act spectacle that captured the grit and grind of the group’s ascent.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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Yet this was a more committed look back than might have been expected, with a loose narrative arc tracing No Doubt’s ascent (rather than its peak) and a set list filled with deep cuts well beyond the catchy singles that once blanketed KROQ and MTV.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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After a few years, Turner could probably escape his standstill by quitting the board, and press to axe Levin and ascend to CEO.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
10 May 2026
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The trio were among 20 hikers who set out to ascend the 4,445-foot volcano in North Maluku province, in defiance of safety restrictions.—
Niniek Karmini,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Because of downsizing, wait times on the 1-800 number soared last year, with reports of hours-long holds.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Leo will celebrate an evening Mass in the basilica and inaugurate its Tower of Jesus Christ, the soaring central piece that was moved into place in February.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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The analytics group says that most Middle East cargoes loaded before the war have now been discharged, meaning the inventory drawdown will accelerate and local refining will slow.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
10 May 2026
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The figure has really accelerated since 2017, though, driven in a large part by cost—to live a better quality of life at a lower cost and to have access to affordable healthcare and housing in later years.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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His time with the Bucks has fast-tracked his coaching ascension.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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Unlike his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, whose near-universal popularity defined an era, Charles has had a more uneven public reception over decades as heir and since his ascension to the throne in 2022.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Climb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climb. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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