CRANK (UP) Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

crank (up)

verb

Definition of crank (up)

as in to trigger

to cause to function crank up the CD player so we can dance

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The clip physically holds these components in place, preventing the movement that could trigger an unintended detonation.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
Whatever the source, the deluge of news can cause acute stress and anger, triggering a fight-or-flight response.

— Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of trigger

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The button can also be set to mute calls or use alternate recording modes like slow motion and hyperlapse, which otherwise need to be activated with voice commands.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026
That means having specific shades and specific products according to consumer needs across regions, as well as how the Sephora Collection brands are activated.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of activate

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The spot sparked national bipartisan backlash on grounds that Acton's mother had lost custody of her children decades ago after her husband, their stepfather, was indicted for raping Acton as a child.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 4 Nov. 2026
Grant sparked a 16-1 in the first quarter that broke the game open after the Golden Eagles cut TCU’s lead to 9-8.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of spark

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Beehive Industries has successfully tested a compact jet engine designed to power smaller US military drones and munitions.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
Nine of them will power the first stage, and the second stage will fly a single Clydesdale.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 30 Oct. 2026

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crank (up)

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