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as in scrambles
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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as in rises
to move or extend upward
smoke from the cabin climbing in the still mountain air
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as in increases
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 ascents
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
a long hard climb up the mountain
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Recent Examples of climbs
Michael Pollan, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
American climber Alex Honnold climbs Taipei 101 building by hand.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 26 Jan. 2026
The radiant rises in the northeast by late evening and climbs higher through the night, making the hours before dawn the most productive.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
Snow and ice become more common as the road climbs into higher elevations, and slick patches often linger well beyond the metro area.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2026
Honnold was the subject of the Oscar-winning documentary Free Solo, which follows his career as a rock climber who climbs without safety equipment.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2026
To serve him, the narrator climbs up on a stool to grab hold of a jar of wine that has been on the top shelf since the day he was born.
—Amir Ahmadi Arian, The Dial, 15 Jan. 2026
On Livonia Avenue, community navigator Troy Johnson climbs behind the wheel of the van, which functions as a mobile office for Brooklyn Justice Initiatives staff.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 13 Jan. 2026
SpaceX has opted to bring its Crew Dragon spacecraft home a few times before the relief crew arrives, but normally there’s a few days of handoff where the station population climbs to 11.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
Bloomberg, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
Stationary bikes often keep you in one position for extended periods, especially during high-resistance climbs, which can increase pelvic pressure.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
And although the hot climate and famously steep streets and hilly neighborhoods like Anafiotika and Plaka can make walking beyond the historic center something of a challenge, sweeping views of the marble monuments and the glittering Aegean Sea, are more than enough of a reward for uphill climbs.
—Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2025
Now back in school, Adler is already planning her next adventures — including other 8,000-meter peaks like K2 and new climbs in South America and the Alps.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 12 Nov. 2025
Eco mode offers a gentle support for more everyday activities like walking or covering slight inclines, while Hyper definitely takes things up a notch for running or steeper climbs.
—New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2025
In partnership with Travel Nevada and Outside, Honnold will take viewers across the Sagebrush State, shifting focus from extreme climbs to everyday adventures, curiosity, and connection.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 9 Oct. 2025
Miller was gaining notoriety for his solo climbs.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 4 Oct. 2025
The climbs start at about 11,500 feet.
—AFAR Media, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
The refuge is at the end of a 25-mile-long rutted dirt road that climbs through a shadowy forest of pine and spruce, punctuated by the sparkle of the occasional stream or meadow.
—Michael Pollan, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
American climber Alex Honnold climbs Taipei 101 building by hand.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 26 Jan. 2026
The radiant rises in the northeast by late evening and climbs higher through the night, making the hours before dawn the most productive.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
Snow and ice become more common as the road climbs into higher elevations, and slick patches often linger well beyond the metro area.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2026
Honnold was the subject of the Oscar-winning documentary Free Solo, which follows his career as a rock climber who climbs without safety equipment.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2026
To serve him, the narrator climbs up on a stool to grab hold of a jar of wine that has been on the top shelf since the day he was born.
—Amir Ahmadi Arian, The Dial, 15 Jan. 2026
On Livonia Avenue, community navigator Troy Johnson climbs behind the wheel of the van, which functions as a mobile office for Brooklyn Justice Initiatives staff.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 13 Jan. 2026
SpaceX has opted to bring its Crew Dragon spacecraft home a few times before the relief crew arrives, but normally there’s a few days of handoff where the station population climbs to 11.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
The mountain biking trails at Rhebokskloof Estatein Paarl are a mix of steep climbs and thrilling descents.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
Stationary bikes often keep you in one position for extended periods, especially during high-resistance climbs, which can increase pelvic pressure.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
And although the hot climate and famously steep streets and hilly neighborhoods like Anafiotika and Plaka can make walking beyond the historic center something of a challenge, sweeping views of the marble monuments and the glittering Aegean Sea, are more than enough of a reward for uphill climbs.
—Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2025
Now back in school, Adler is already planning her next adventures — including other 8,000-meter peaks like K2 and new climbs in South America and the Alps.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 12 Nov. 2025
Eco mode offers a gentle support for more everyday activities like walking or covering slight inclines, while Hyper definitely takes things up a notch for running or steeper climbs.
—New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2025
In partnership with Travel Nevada and Outside, Honnold will take viewers across the Sagebrush State, shifting focus from extreme climbs to everyday adventures, curiosity, and connection.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 9 Oct. 2025
Miller was gaining notoriety for his solo climbs.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 4 Oct. 2025
The climbs start at about 11,500 feet.
—AFAR Media, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climbs
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An Adventure Day scrambles your brain and body in all kinds of good ways.—
Tom Vanderbilt,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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This round of consolidation looks more like a clearing of the decks before AI scrambles everything.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
23 Dec. 2025
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However, if one spouse is 65 or older, that income threshold rises to $33,100.—
Hali Smith,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Jan. 2026
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Picture sipping coffee as the sun rises over the Rockies, or gliding past red rock canyons en route to Glacier National Park, all from the comfort of a panoramic observation car.—
Paris Wilson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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That’s because the physical exertion of shoveling increases heart rate and blood pressure, while at the same time the cold constricts blood vessels–a double whammy of stressors.—
Amy Feldman,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Researchers in Hong Kong have developed a low-cost hydrogel coating that cools solar panel hot spots and increases the power output, thus improving their overall performance and reliability.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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The filmmakers should be encouraged by the success of other films that have documented breathtaking ascents, like Free Solo, Meru, 14 Peaks, Touching the Void, and The Alpinist.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2026
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There are ascents on skis with skins, typically made from mohair and nylon, which are attached underneath for traction.—
Tom Kludt,
Vanity Fair,
19 Jan. 2026
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According to the sources, the amount of cartel wealth controlled by the siblings outside Venezuela ascends to several billion dollars.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2026
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Contractors plan to preserve a winding marble staircase that ascends to the building’s rooftop, and maintain the historic facade.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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The radiant will rest low on the northern horizon after sunset, but soars high overhead during the pre-dawn peak-viewing hours.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
3 Jan. 2026
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Deep in the Carrizo Gorge and high above the desert floor soars the Goat Canyon train trestle — the world’s largest such bridge made entirely of wood, the better to withstand the harsh conditions of the Jacumba Mountains.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Dec. 2025
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While the number of retirees swells, the pool of workers funding the social safety net — and caring for the aging population — is narrowing.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
7 Jan. 2026
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There's a sort of a natural world religiousness or spirituality or philosophy that swells around a lot of things and different characters.—
Rebecca Ford,
Vanity Fair,
6 Jan. 2026
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The fiesta features morning mass ascensions, afterglow balloons and lively entertainment.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Climbs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climbs. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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