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also rachet (up)
as in to bump (up)
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Novra Power applies design to minimize part count, maximize material utilization and incorporate advanced cooling that leads to higher reliability and redundancy as well as lower maintenance.—
CBS News,
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The technology is a top priority for the Infiniti brand, focusing heavily on maximizing user experience for the past few years.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
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Winds will also increase, especially at the coast, gusting between 25- 35 mph at times.—
Matthew Villafane,
CBS News,
25 Jan. 2026
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Future Amazon Leo satellites are expected to orbit at lower altitudes of around 366 miles (590 km), which will further increase their brightness.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Ratchet (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ratchet%20%28up%29. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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