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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
Rachael Jay, CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
An iPad with the VeloViewer profile for flat stage four is taped to the dashboard, showing the game-changing ride data app that warns Steels of upcoming corners, obstacles, and climbs.
—Andy McGrath, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
As Curiosity climbs, the terrain shows a clear shift toward increasingly dry conditions, broken up by occasional wetter intervals when rivers and lakes briefly resurfaced.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Platinum Wall is one of those climbs that is right in our backyard.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
Regardless of how high the temperature climbs, odds are all tailgaters and attendees will need to practice heat safety by staying hydrated, taking breaks from the sun and wearing sunscreen.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
Add intense pressure to meet unrealistic body standards, and the chance of developing disordered eating climbs even higher.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
The result, on paper, is a bike that climbs quickly and descends even quicker.
—New Atlas, 24 Feb. 2026
The path climbs a low hill that’s often carpeted with an array of blooms.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 21 Feb. 2026
Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
The auto-assist mode simplifies things further by adjusting assist based on the slope, delivering maximum torque on steep climbs, and easing off on flatter sections.
—New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
Tom Pidcock raised his arms for the first time this season with a win at the Vuelta a Andalucía recently, but the British rider’s only real opportunity would have been to escape early and lead over the climbs.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Those runs require steep climbs to ski.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2026
Lock mode proved invaluable on loose climbs, Hill Descent took the stress out of steep drop-offs, and Auto seamlessly shuffled between two- and four-wheel drive as conditions changed.
—Fergus Scholes, TheWeek, 30 Jan. 2026
Yet despite their parallel climbs, the two metals have taken different paths to reach these heights, with silver's percentage gains significantly outpacing the steady ascent of gold.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
This is for riders who are physically fit and advanced beginner or higher, who would enjoy moderate climbs and single-track trails.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
And there are activities for young visitors, from gentle trails to beginner-friendly climbs.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
Prepare for a day that only climbs into the 30s to start the work week.
—Rachael Jay, CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
An iPad with the VeloViewer profile for flat stage four is taped to the dashboard, showing the game-changing ride data app that warns Steels of upcoming corners, obstacles, and climbs.
—Andy McGrath, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
As Curiosity climbs, the terrain shows a clear shift toward increasingly dry conditions, broken up by occasional wetter intervals when rivers and lakes briefly resurfaced.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Platinum Wall is one of those climbs that is right in our backyard.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
Regardless of how high the temperature climbs, odds are all tailgaters and attendees will need to practice heat safety by staying hydrated, taking breaks from the sun and wearing sunscreen.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
Add intense pressure to meet unrealistic body standards, and the chance of developing disordered eating climbs even higher.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
The result, on paper, is a bike that climbs quickly and descends even quicker.
—New Atlas, 24 Feb. 2026
The path climbs a low hill that’s often carpeted with an array of blooms.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 21 Feb. 2026
Noun
Hikes range from easy 3 to 5-mile loops along the valley floor, like the Puente de los Papuos, to 10- to 13-mile ridge routes with steep climbs and wide views over the sea of cherry trees, such as the La Garganta del Infierno.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
The auto-assist mode simplifies things further by adjusting assist based on the slope, delivering maximum torque on steep climbs, and easing off on flatter sections.
—New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
Tom Pidcock raised his arms for the first time this season with a win at the Vuelta a Andalucía recently, but the British rider’s only real opportunity would have been to escape early and lead over the climbs.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Those runs require steep climbs to ski.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2026
Lock mode proved invaluable on loose climbs, Hill Descent took the stress out of steep drop-offs, and Auto seamlessly shuffled between two- and four-wheel drive as conditions changed.
—Fergus Scholes, TheWeek, 30 Jan. 2026
Yet despite their parallel climbs, the two metals have taken different paths to reach these heights, with silver's percentage gains significantly outpacing the steady ascent of gold.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
This is for riders who are physically fit and advanced beginner or higher, who would enjoy moderate climbs and single-track trails.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
And there are activities for young visitors, from gentle trails to beginner-friendly climbs.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climbs
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Colby scrambles through someone else’s bag like way back in season two, and someone hallucinates beef jerky.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
5 Mar. 2026
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Refocusing the world's attention on Gaza is a challenge for aid groups and others as Iran scrambles for new leadership and explosions continue in Tehran, Israel and around the Middle East.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Mar. 2026
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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In reality, policymakers decide whether revenue rises faster than assessments, slower than assessments, or not at all.—
Martha E. Stark,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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With their songs, colors, and variety, birds enrich our lives … and recent studies show that their immediate presence actually increases our well-being and happiness and can even prolong our lives!—
Seth Borenstein,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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This increases your sensitivity to dietary cholesterol, which is found in eggs.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
4 Mar. 2026
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By 1995, the Magic had reached the NBA Finals, one of the fastest ascents in league history.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2026
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But unsurprisingly, the race is usually decided on the climbs — classic ascents such as the Molenberg, Muur van Geraardsbergen, and the Bosberg splintering the peloton.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Jon ascends to the status of Lord Commander, uniting disparate forces against the White Walkers, while Sansa fights tooth and nail to become the tough Queen in the North.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Feb. 2026
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In Sacramento, the downtown arena and surrounding entertainment district are enjoyable and energetic without overwhelming fans with an assault of sound and light, and the purple beam that ascends skyward when the Kings win is a nice hometown touch.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Still, topping the central tower, which soars above the transept, has been a priority ahead of celebrations this June that will mark the centenary of Gaudí’s death.—
Suman Naishadham,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Connected Venus soars into your partner zone, ensuring that cooperation feels natural and fair agreements come easier.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Feb. 2026
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Unlike the sleek mansions lining much of California’s shoreline, this unassuming house has always felt like something out of a fisherman’s tale—shrouded in salt spray as swells crash against the rocks below.—
Jennifer Fernandez,
Architectural Digest,
6 Mar. 2026
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Cocoa Beach is Florida’s ultimate surf-and-sand playground with six miles of golden sand, Atlantic swells for every skill level, and rocket launches visible on the horizon.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 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 10 Mar. 2026.
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