CLIMBING (ABOARD) Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

climbing (aboard)

verb

present participle of climb (aboard)

as in getting in

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getting in

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Texas was favored to make the Playoff before the comeback victory and now has roughly the same odds of getting in as Indiana and Georgia.

— Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
When buildup starts getting in the way, though, a chelating shampoo can make a noticeable difference.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2026

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climbing (aboard)

climbing down

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