higher

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Adjective
  • In developing hypertension notifications, Apple used advanced machine learning and training data from across multiple studies.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
  • In August, the president announced a deal between the federal government and Nvidia, allowing the American chip producer to sell advanced semiconductors to Chinese buyers in exchange for a 15% cut of the profits.
    Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Biglari’s vision for Steak ‘n Shake was to revitalize the ailing brand by implementing tighter cost controls, improved service, and a more entrepreneurial mindset.
    Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
  • Earlier studies have linked the cocoa compounds to improved memory and protecting against type 2 diabetes, while others – including research published in 2016, 2019 and 2023 – have specifically investigated whether cocoa flavanols could reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in older adults.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Toss in Thielen’s further acclimation to the evolved offense and more reliance on the running back duo of Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason, and the potential is undeniable.
    Alec Lewis, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Auto Best Take is an evolved version of Best Take.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Turkish Defense Ministry/AP Key Takeaways Larger carriers carry more aircraft, fuel, and supplies for longer operations but come with higher costs, bigger crews, greater risk from advanced weapons, and trouble in tight or shallow waters.
    Amira El-Fekki‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Linebacker Luke Ferrelli, a redshirt freshman from Carlsbad High School, has a team-high 27 tackles, followed by junior linebacker Cade Uluave (24) and junior defensive back Isaiah Crosby (21).
    Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
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“Higher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/higher. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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