as in to jack (up)
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However, late in the third, particularly after the hour-long rain delay, the Cowboys stepped up.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025 -
However, Cora seems confident in his team to step up.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Their offense mounted a game-winning drive on the road despite losing George Kittle (hamstring) and receiver Jauan Jennings (shoulder).—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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What’s really happening, of course, is a sudden onset of Tourette’s, presumably exacerbated by mounting stress both at home and at school.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
7 Sep. 2025
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For many perennials, occasional division helps keep them healthy and maximizes their flower power.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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Indoors, six bedrooms offer generous en suites and ample space for family or guests, each thoughtfully positioned to maximize privacy and the stunning coastal vistas.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
5 Sep. 2025
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He is known for his advocacy in advancing preventive healthcare models, with an emphasis on the role of lifestyle interventions in managing chronic diseases and enhancing overall well-being.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
5 Sep. 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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The tournament expanded from 24 teams to 32 at the start of the 1999-2000 season, with a second group stage then played before being replaced with the round of 16 in 2003-04.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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This shift is reinforced by Russia’s push to expand its eastward infrastructure through the Power of Siberia pipelines cementing a more permanent divide in global energy markets.—
Earl Carr,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Worthy’s role was elevated last year because of an injury to wide receiver Rashee Rice.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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To elevate the roadhouse into a top-tier venue, Dalton confronts meddling patrons with a cutthroat, no-nonsense policy.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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The resulting compost is used to enrich the soil and grow crops of tomatoes, for example.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
6 Sep. 2025
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But any such investment could further enrich Tesla since Musk is the primary owner of xAI.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
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This powder comes in a few delicious flavors—unflavored, strawberry lemon, vanilla, and chocolate—and is packed with vitamin C, which can support collagen synthesis to further boost effectiveness, according to Fazio.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
6 Sep. 2025
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The inability, or decision not, to sell players who would have boosted the club’s spending power is a subjective call made by United’s key decision-makers that will never sit right with some supporters.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Ramp (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramp%20%28up%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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