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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
Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2026
Storms move in Tuesday evening with a marginal threat — 1 on a scale of 5 — for the metro, but the threat climbs to an enhanced level — 3 on a scale of 5 — for the northwestern corner of the state.
—Lisa Meadows, CBS News, 8 June 2026
For larger homes — or anyone trying to recreate a true hotel-lobby experience across multiple floors — the price climbs quickly, and a monthly service contract may make more sense than a one-time purchase.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026
When a squirrel climbs atop its roof or perches, the feeder registers its heavier weight and automatically closes its four ports.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
The light, fluffy chiffon cake climbs high in the tube pan.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Fourth walls are shattered, hoary tropes are dismantled, the body count climbs and a joke gets thrown in about the endless supply of Wayanses ready to keep the franchise going.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
In braids and a bright yellow fishing bib, with her dog Claude at her side and a witty interjection always on the tip of her tongue, Maude climbs onto her trusty little boat and sets a course for the open sea.
—Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Mount McKinley, also known as Denali, rises about 20,310 feet above sea level and is considered one of the most demanding climbs in North America.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
Climbs range in difficulty from shorter and less technical routes to extremely challenging; it’s recommended to call the park for more information on specific climbs as well as full climbing regulations (no bolting is allowed on the quartzite formations, for instance).
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 4 June 2026
Looping inside Cathedral Mountain and Mount Ogdens, two of the park’s prominent peaks, are railway tracks designed to tackle the elevation grades and enable trains to tackle the climbs and descents without losing control.
—Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026
Stocks got a lift from easing yields in the bond market, which halted their sharp recent climbs on worries about inflation.
—ABC News, 20 May 2026
Stocks got a lift from easing yields in the bond market, which offered relief following rapid climbs that had rattled stock markets worldwide recently.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
The single mother's several climbs and time as a Sherpa also served as the subject of the 2023 documentary, Mountain Queen.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Details of the climbs were not available.
—CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Expect steep climbs and go with a pro guide.
—Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Verb
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women, per the CDC, and the risk climbs sharply after menopause.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2026
Storms move in Tuesday evening with a marginal threat — 1 on a scale of 5 — for the metro, but the threat climbs to an enhanced level — 3 on a scale of 5 — for the northwestern corner of the state.
—Lisa Meadows, CBS News, 8 June 2026
For larger homes — or anyone trying to recreate a true hotel-lobby experience across multiple floors — the price climbs quickly, and a monthly service contract may make more sense than a one-time purchase.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026
When a squirrel climbs atop its roof or perches, the feeder registers its heavier weight and automatically closes its four ports.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
The light, fluffy chiffon cake climbs high in the tube pan.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Fourth walls are shattered, hoary tropes are dismantled, the body count climbs and a joke gets thrown in about the endless supply of Wayanses ready to keep the franchise going.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
In braids and a bright yellow fishing bib, with her dog Claude at her side and a witty interjection always on the tip of her tongue, Maude climbs onto her trusty little boat and sets a course for the open sea.
—Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Mount McKinley, also known as Denali, rises about 20,310 feet above sea level and is considered one of the most demanding climbs in North America.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
Noun
Towering 20,310 feet above sea level, Denali is considered one of the most challenging climbs in North America.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
Climbs range in difficulty from shorter and less technical routes to extremely challenging; it’s recommended to call the park for more information on specific climbs as well as full climbing regulations (no bolting is allowed on the quartzite formations, for instance).
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 4 June 2026
Looping inside Cathedral Mountain and Mount Ogdens, two of the park’s prominent peaks, are railway tracks designed to tackle the elevation grades and enable trains to tackle the climbs and descents without losing control.
—Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026
Stocks got a lift from easing yields in the bond market, which halted their sharp recent climbs on worries about inflation.
—ABC News, 20 May 2026
Stocks got a lift from easing yields in the bond market, which offered relief following rapid climbs that had rattled stock markets worldwide recently.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
The single mother's several climbs and time as a Sherpa also served as the subject of the 2023 documentary, Mountain Queen.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Details of the climbs were not available.
—CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Expect steep climbs and go with a pro guide.
—Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climbs
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The 11th-hour maneuver scrambles the upcoming Democratic primary that features two Democratic state senators.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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This matchup scrambles Holmgren’s impact.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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The arch spans 78 feet and rises 65 feet high, drawing hikers eager to experience one of the region’s most striking landmarks.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
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That ability moves towards leveling the playing field between businesses of different sizes, increases efficiency for all firms, and super charges competition to the benefit of consumers.—
Jessica Melugin,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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However, higher tick and pest activity during warmer weather increases your dog or cat’s risk of contact.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Videos of climbers waiting in long queues in an area known as the death zone – where the air is too thin to breathe unaided for long – on their way to the summit have once again made headlines, alongside record-breaking ascents from both Nepali and foreign climbers.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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Both Andrews and Gelu Sherpa used supplemental oxygen during their record-setting ascents.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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The trail to the summit ascends the mountain’s south ridge.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
26 May 2026
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An elevator ascends from the entrance vestibule to the main level, where an open living room flows into a dining area with a separate seating nook and fireplace.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
18 May 2026
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Where this installment really soars, however, is in the development of Rocky and Apollo’s relationship.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 June 2026
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Artificial intelligence can propel the economy forward even if unemployment soars.—
Brandon Kochkodin,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Summer has already kicked off with beefy surf up and down the coastline, with moderate southern hemisphere swells bringing waves in the 3-to 5-foot range at many spots the past week.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
7 June 2026
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The beach town swells with visitors in the summer, though surfers flock here any time of year for the classic surf break Plage de Lafitenia and big waves surf spot Belharra.—
Anne Olivia Bauso,
Travel + Leisure,
21 May 2026
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The fiesta features morning mass ascensions, afterglow balloons and lively entertainment.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Climbs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climbs. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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