CRANKED (UP) Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

cranked (up)

verb

past tense of crank (up)

as in activated

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

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The latest study revealed that a certain protein is activated by high cholesterol intake and as a result, makes fewer LDL receptors able to do their job.

— Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2026
Once activated, those brakes haul down this Cayenne with monstrous force, boosted via optional ceramic-composite brakes.

— Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 15 July 2026

Definition of activated

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Last week torrential rains triggered deadly mudslides and flooding in Cox’s Bazar, flattening shelters and killing more than a dozen people, including children.

— Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
The stroke was triggered by high blood pressure and made worse by untreated sleep apnea, causing Miner to stop breathing.

— Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026

Definition of triggered

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At the same time, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu’s vast economic reforms sparked high inflation after fuel subsidies were removed three years ago and the currency was devalued.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 July 2026
His goal sparked an offensive assault from Boise as Portland sank into a deep defensive mould, with five defenders and four midfielders sitting tight in their own box.

— Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 18 July 2026

Definition of sparked

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Tribal members drove around in a beat-up Buick flinging matches out the window.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026
Giant armored bulldozers—now Caterpillar model D9—stabbed their front blades into the ground and drove forward, flipping fields and shaving off orchards.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 July 2026

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cranked (up)

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