Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramping (up)
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The world’s two most populous countries are stepping up regulation of delivery platforms in a bid to curb damaging competitive practices.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
13 Jan. 2026 -
Now, the president is stepping up immigration enforcement.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
6 Jan. 2026
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As officials grapple with mounting repair costs, questions loom about whether the scenic route can sustainably withstand increasingly severe climate impacts.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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Both Clausen and Bird give cautiously tender performances laced with mounting dread and sorrow.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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Sramek has claimed that building up the infrastructure of the city will provide thousands of construction jobs for the next 40 years.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
23 Jan. 2026
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Sweeping daily—especially in the kitchen—prevents dust, crumbs, and dirt from building up and keeps floors consistently fresh.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Ramping (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramping%20%28up%29. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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