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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
with a determined look, he hiked his trousers up and buckled down to work
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as in climb
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Recent Examples of hike
Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
Explore the cave ⛺, hike trails along the Yadkin River and enjoy picnic facilities in this historically rich and naturally beautiful setting.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
PC Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025
Sangha charged $160 per vial, with Fleming hiking the price up to $220 per vial, according to paperwork in the case.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
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Verb
That same person making $65,000 (432% of the poverty rate) would see a $941 annual increase, or a 17% hike.
—Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
Explore the cave ⛺, hike trails along the Yadkin River and enjoy picnic facilities in this historically rich and naturally beautiful setting.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
As far as pricing is concerned, while multiple reports suggested that Apple may hike prices this year to offset tariff pressure, a JPMorgan report leaked this week indicates the opposite.
—PC Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025
Sangha charged $160 per vial, with Fleming hiking the price up to $220 per vial, according to paperwork in the case.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hike
Verb
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Then, as evening falls, stroll along the canals or watch the sun melt into Øresund’s horizon—tracing wind turbines spinning in silhouette.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Tight, achy shins can mess with your exercise routine…and whatever else is on your agenda, like strolling with your pup or climbing stairs.—
Jenny McCoy,
SELF,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Pro Just like the original Roborock Qrevo Curv that debuted at last year’s IFA, the Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Pro has wheels that can lift the robot's chassis high enough to clear obstacles and thresholds.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
6 Sep. 2025
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The commercial arm has helped the players union become one of the most in-demand player collectives in sports, with merchandise sales projected to lift 115% this year (year-over-year).—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Still, resurrecting the Truth-Teller proves to be an uphill climb.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
3 Sep. 2025
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That climb gives Rodrigo another top 20 win and extends the cut’s run on the list to 101 frames.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The dogs in question come into play as a big souvenir obtained by Melissa McBride’s Carol during her trek with Daryl (Norman Reedus) through the Chunnel from France to England, and those hot dogs will be referenced early and often during the season.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Sep. 2025
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That high is continuing with the new European trek; hopefully, North American dates are on the way.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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With a 63-minute rain delay mixed into the third quarter, the Eagles outscored the Cowboys by a pedestrian 3-0 margin to walk away with a 24-20 victory.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Royals’ defense erased a potential rally in the fourth inning after Cameron surrendered a double to Rengifo and walked first baseman Oswald Peraza.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The deal, brokered after a standoff between state and county officials resulting from a disagreement over whether to raise assessments this year, means homeowners will see a nearly 7% increase above their 2024 property valuation.—
Madeline King,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Bundy family said information about the object removed from Ryan Bundy’s arm could raise more questions in the incident.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, the West Coast may see continued increases ahead in California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Nevada due to seasonal refinery maintenance and the shutdown of a refinery in Southern California, which will keep supply tight.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Sep. 2025
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But an increase in appreciation and funding isn’t the only thing needed to improve special education.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
8 Sep. 2025
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Travelers already fortunate enough to spend a few days in the epitome of paradise know what these excited resort-goers are in for—the trip of a lifetime.—
Katie Lockhart,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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During a weekend trip with a billionaire’s son, they are targeted by a gang of kidnappers.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Hike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hike. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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