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as in expands
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 rises
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the number of Internet users increased exponentially during the 1990s
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as in boosts
something added (as by growth)
shortly after he turned 12, he had a sudden height increase
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as in accumulations
the act or process of becoming greater in number
the increase in the number of students enrolled at the school was very gradual
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Recent Examples of increases
Sixteen Ramos, AZCentral.com, 6 Nov. 2025
However, normalizing sleep deprivation increases the risk of the signs and symptoms going unnoticed or not being taken seriously.
—Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025
Add to that a major airport renovation that increases visitor capacity, and the time to go is now, before everyone else arrives.
—Carla Vianna, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
What Happens Next The jihadist stranglehold on Bamako increases the risk of yet another military coup or of protests that ultimately bring this about.
—Matthew Tostevin, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
The game works as a progressive jackpot in which the prize increases the more people play, and Cox hit it big.
—Irene Wright, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025
Climate change increases the rapid intensification of hurricanes by making ocean waters warmer, which provides more fuel for storms.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
For high-risk women, this increases to over 20%, according to the American Cancer Society.
—Dr. Allyson Heng, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2025
Advocates worry that as the National Guard presence increases, so will violations against LGBTQ+ people.
—Colleen Hamilton, Them., 30 Oct. 2025
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
The cooldown ended a monthslong acceleration of price increases and offered some relief for households strained by cost hikes.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent reassessments in parts of West Garfield Park, North Lawndale and Englewood illustrate a broader problem, with increases that go far beyond routine market movement.
—Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
The agreement limits cost increases that Hartford HealthCare can impose at Manchester and Rockville for a period of two years, according to the agreement.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2026
Baltimore leaders cited state partnerships, along with hiring increases, for the historic drop in violent crime.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The report specifically called out New York City for having the largest hotel price increases at 27 percent, and noted that flights to Austin had the largest jump at 21 percent.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
Consumer tech giants including Dell and Xiaomi have already warned their customers about price increases.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
In both cases, Xcel Energy said the rate increases would cover investments the company has made over the past few years.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
Until the state increases those reimbursement levels or offers new incentives for participation, access to care is likely to stay uneven.
—Sixteen Ramos, AZCentral.com, 6 Nov. 2025
However, normalizing sleep deprivation increases the risk of the signs and symptoms going unnoticed or not being taken seriously.
—Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025
Add to that a major airport renovation that increases visitor capacity, and the time to go is now, before everyone else arrives.
—Carla Vianna, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
What Happens Next The jihadist stranglehold on Bamako increases the risk of yet another military coup or of protests that ultimately bring this about.
—Matthew Tostevin, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
The game works as a progressive jackpot in which the prize increases the more people play, and Cox hit it big.
—Irene Wright, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025
Climate change increases the rapid intensification of hurricanes by making ocean waters warmer, which provides more fuel for storms.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
For high-risk women, this increases to over 20%, according to the American Cancer Society.
—Dr. Allyson Heng, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2025
Advocates worry that as the National Guard presence increases, so will violations against LGBTQ+ people.
—Colleen Hamilton, Them., 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
Now that prices for eggs and coffee have come down, those price increases have stayed.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
The cooldown ended a monthslong acceleration of price increases and offered some relief for households strained by cost hikes.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent reassessments in parts of West Garfield Park, North Lawndale and Englewood illustrate a broader problem, with increases that go far beyond routine market movement.
—Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
The agreement limits cost increases that Hartford HealthCare can impose at Manchester and Rockville for a period of two years, according to the agreement.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2026
Baltimore leaders cited state partnerships, along with hiring increases, for the historic drop in violent crime.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The report specifically called out New York City for having the largest hotel price increases at 27 percent, and noted that flights to Austin had the largest jump at 21 percent.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
Consumer tech giants including Dell and Xiaomi have already warned their customers about price increases.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
In both cases, Xcel Energy said the rate increases would cover investments the company has made over the past few years.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for increases
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This foldable tote bag packs flat, expands instantly, and can carry souvenirs, beach gear, or laundry.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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That's how the music conveys that, expands it.—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Even as this risk rises rapidly, there are still plans for launching mega constellations of tiny satellites akin to those that are already orbiting as part of SpaceX’s Starlink system, along with a newly emerging push for orbital data centers such as Nvidia’s Starcloud.—
Humberto Basilio,
Scientific American,
7 Nov. 2025
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The film is based on the true story of Joseph ‘Lupo’ Rulli (Interdonato), a legendary New Jersey boxer plagued with polio before his career peaks, who then rises as a mobster in the Bonanno Crime family, while his older brother Dennis (Stahl) becomes a decorated State Policeman in the same town.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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Ford said a potential merger could bring enhanced police coverage, easier operations, long-term financial boosts and infrastructure improvements.—
Meghan Schiller,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Big-time pay boosts shift out of the DOC and into the Department of Mental Health (DMH) for our fourth place spot.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Advisories remain in effect through midday Saturday, with accumulations generally between 1 and 3 inches.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Overall, northern counties and areas along Lake Erie have the best chance for snow, with minor accumulations likely in higher terrain and coastal locations.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Honda accelerates, colliding with two parked vehicles and a light post.—
Devon Lum,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
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The nation’s siloed and shrinking media environment accelerates this trend.—
Brandon Rottinghaus,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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While the number of retirees swells, the pool of workers funding the social safety net — and caring for the aging population — is narrowing.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
7 Jan. 2026
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There's a sort of a natural world religiousness or spirituality or philosophy that swells around a lot of things and different characters.—
Rebecca Ford,
Vanity Fair,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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California’s situation seemed wobbly throughout most of autumn, with numerous high-profile layoff and business closing announcements, shrinking pay raises, and challenges with bill payments.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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Graham Hoffman, president of the ski patrollers’ union, confirmed that 70 members of the union accepted the offer, which was made earlier this week and included raises for the patrol.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The new convention center may help, as have the additions of parks and green space throughout the neighborhood, and the Arts District remains a hotspot for prestigious entertainment.—
Sasha Richie,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Angel City Football Club’s week of additions ended Friday with the acquisition of defender Emily Sams in a trade with the Orlando Pride.—
Damian Calhoun,
Daily News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Increases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increases. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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