1
as in to increase
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
medical expenses began to mount
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2
as in to offer
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
the huge amount of money needed to mount an opera
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3
as in to climb
to move or extend upward
the cable car continues to mount to ever higher terrain until the moment when the entire valley comes into view
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as in mounting
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else
hammered together a mount for the cameras
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Recent Examples of mount
Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025
The company formerly known as Twitter argued New York State’s Stop Hiding Hate Act is unconstitutional and would lose in court just like a similar legislative proposal mounted last year by California.
—Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 18 June 2025
Robin Wright, New Yorker, 16 June 2025
As global pressure mounts, poorly prepared firms will be the first to suffer.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
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Among Dow Janes’ 8,000 current program members, Baker said anxiety is mounting.
—Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025
The company formerly known as Twitter argued New York State’s Stop Hiding Hate Act is unconstitutional and would lose in court just like a similar legislative proposal mounted last year by California.
—Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 18 June 2025
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There appears to be no off-ramp yet, as the destruction and death toll mount in both countries.
—Robin Wright, New Yorker, 16 June 2025
As global pressure mounts, poorly prepared firms will be the first to suffer.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mount
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In recent weeks, the Trump administration has arrested an increasing number of migrants with no criminal convictions, according to an ABC News analysis of Immigration and Customs Enforcement data.—
Laura Romero,
ABC News,
1 July 2025
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Establishing a medical school here is expected to increase the likelihood of graduates practicing in the area, while addressing a national shortage of physicians.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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Escher Walcott,
People.com,
29 June 2025
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Located within The Flat Iron Hotel, Luminosa offers a hyper-local, sustainable take on Italian cuisine.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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Armed with picks Nos. 8 (own), 19 (via Milwaukee), 22 (via Atlanta), 26 (via New York), 27 (via Houston) and 36 (own), Brooklyn had enough assets to potentially climb the draft board if needed.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2025
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Innovative Technology of Oklo The demand for electricity is anticipated to climb sharply in the upcoming years, and nuclear energy is emerging as a compelling solution.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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That, however, may be a blessing in disguise that allows Fatu to rise up the ranks on SmackDown even quicker than expected.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 June 2025
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The festival hosted a total of 61 series with productions from over 35 countries, including 33 series in the competitive strands, and presented the world premieres of 10 new shows.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
29 June 2025
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And those were -- none of those data were presented clearly at this meeting.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 June 2025
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Models ascended monumental metal scaffolding, walked through cascading fountains in towering Kiss boots, and turned the runway into performance art.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
30 June 2025
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The Western States 100 ranks as America’s top ultramarathon, launching from the Palisades Tahoe ski resort and ascending to nearly 9,000 feet before dropping into Auburn, California.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
30 June 2025
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Putting oneself in those situations that challenge conversational comfort zones and embracing discomfort, tension and unresolved conflicts accelerates growth significantly.—
Chris Schembra,
Rolling Stone,
26 June 2025
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Throughout the 1960s, New York City’s financial sector boomed, yet simultaneously, poverty rates soared, deindustrialization accelerated, and housing costs skyrocketed.—
Daniel Wortel-London,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2025
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The company then partnered with her to design and give away a Mustang in a sponsorship that brought a whole new light to the brand, giving it exposure to younger, female consumers.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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And there is a robust Italian influence, one that is unsurprising given several centuries of Italian migration to the city.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
20 June 2025
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“Mount.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mount. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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