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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
local restaurants jacked up their prices for the summer tourist season
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as in increased
being at a higher level than average
the convenience store had the item I needed but at a ridiculously jacked up price
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as in lifted
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
local restaurants jacked up their prices for the summer tourist season
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jack (up)
Adjective
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In addition, a study published in BMJ also found no increased risk of suicidal thoughts in patients with type 2 diabetes taking GLP-1 agonists when compared to two other diabetic drugs.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025 -
Utilities like Baltimore Gas & Electric are already beginning to roll out stronger incentives for electric equipment such as heat pumps, which provide highly efficient heating and cooling all in one system as well as increased rebates for home energy audits and weatherization.—
Josh Tulkin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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The elevated tensions initially pushed oil prices up and stocks lower.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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All accommodations come with thoughtful touches like elevated mini-bar fare, Bellino fine linens, and plush, jewel-toned furniture.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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Key stat Muncy tied his career high with seven RBIs.—
Greg Beacham,
Chicago Tribune,
23 June 2025
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Daily high temperatures are forecast to be well into the 90s, with overnight temperatures dropping only into the mid-70s from the Great Lakes to the East Coast.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
22 June 2025
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“Jack (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jack%20%28up%29. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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