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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Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 1 Oct. 2024
However, some people with MS notice that menopause causes increased fatigue, mood changes, and bladder problems.
—Brandi Jones, Msn-Ed, Rn-Bc, Health, 24 Sep. 2024
Slightly offsetting that extra power: the E34’s increased dimensions, with the car now stretching four inches longer than and weighing an extra 650 pounds over the E28 version.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2024
Trump is hoping Republicans can reclaim the state, while Harris is hoping increased enthusiasm surrounding her candidacy there will keep the state blue.
—Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 24 Sep. 2024
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Nike evolved under Donahoe during his five years in charge with the former eBay CEO pushing an increased emphasis on a direct-to-consumer model.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 1 Oct. 2024
However, some people with MS notice that menopause causes increased fatigue, mood changes, and bladder problems.
—Brandi Jones, Msn-Ed, Rn-Bc, Health, 24 Sep. 2024
Slightly offsetting that extra power: the E34’s increased dimensions, with the car now stretching four inches longer than and weighing an extra 650 pounds over the E28 version.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2024
Trump is hoping Republicans can reclaim the state, while Harris is hoping increased enthusiasm surrounding her candidacy there will keep the state blue.
—Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 24 Sep. 2024
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“Increased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increased. Accessed 24 Oct. 2024.
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