as in elevated
being at a higher level than average
an increased concentration of sugar in the bloodstream
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as in expanded
to make greater in size, amount, or number
we have to increase the number of season-ticket holders if the local sports franchise is to survive
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as in accelerated
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the number of Internet users increased exponentially during the 1990s
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Recent Examples of increased
Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
But so far, the minority party has been unmoved, digging in on demands for an extension to Affordable Care Act subsidies that will prevent increased premiums.
—Brett Samuels, The Hill, 7 Oct. 2025
Stephen Tave, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Imports from allies like Canada and Mexico have been taxed at 25%; Canada's rate was later increased to 35%.
—Nina Totenberg, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
However, any increased ability—or need—to rely on parental support does little to support the idea that the American Dream is alive and kicking.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
But so far, the minority party has been unmoved, digging in on demands for an extension to Affordable Care Act subsidies that will prevent increased premiums.
—Brett Samuels, The Hill, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
In community colleges focused on vocational training, registration increased by 16% last year, reaching its highest level since 2018, according to the National Student Clearinghouse.
—Stephen Tave, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Imports from allies like Canada and Mexico have been taxed at 25%; Canada's rate was later increased to 35%.
—Nina Totenberg, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for increased
Adjective
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Keep a distance from tall, solitary trees or other elevated structures.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Kirkpatrick informed the Kowalskis that those suffering from CRPS often show elevated levels of glutamate, an amino acid, which can be inhibited by ketamine infusions.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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One Beijing site, which expanded by nearly 50% since 2020, is involved in the production of the vaunted DF-26 medium-range ballistic missile, according to the China Aerospace Studies Institute.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Since then, Butterfly World expanded to include two aviaries for tropical birds and an interactive lorikeet encounter area.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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To address these gaps, the researchers recommend accelerated stability testing based on International Electrotechnical Commission standards.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Nov. 2025
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The Clockwork manicure was not as comprehensive as what 10Beauty looks to deliver, though absorbing the company’s data has accelerated 10Beauty’s own device and helped the company better understand what will and won’t work in autonomous services.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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In Cincinnati, at least 10 doctors have received over $1 million in industry payments, according to an Enquirer investigation, with Archdeacon and Sagi being fifth and seventh highest paid on the list, respectively.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Nov. 2025
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Friedrichsen, a Wake Forest transfer, was among the trio of Wildcats in double figures, connecting on three triples and dealing a team-high three assists in the win.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Nov. 2025
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Seth Grahame-Smith Rated PG-13, 1 hour 52 minutes The legacy characters are augmented by a new, younger trio of magicians, apparently brought on to continue the series if the original actors’ paycheck demands become too onerous.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
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Japanese maple trees can also be planted in a container filled with a quality potting mix augmented with compost and sharp sand.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Taking a glance at global markets overnight, Asia-Pacific markets rose, tracking Wall Street gains after AMD’s third-quarter earnings beat lifted artificial intelligence stocks.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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The figure rose to a record high of 55 percent in 2022 and 2023.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Online, some users suggested the captain’s extra-detailed reassurance could reflect heightened nerves for a mix of reasons.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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The relentless, driving snow seemed to bring out a heightened level of intensity.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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This year, organizers had an onsite medical staff boosted by a nursing station sponsored by Cheer Home Care.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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For the air traffic controllers at work, deliveries of food and coffee from flight attendants and a pilot association boosted morale this week.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Increased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increased. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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