ramps (up)

Definition of ramps (up)next
present tense third-person singular of ramp (up)
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Verb
  • Sydney is initially shocked and angry, but ultimately steps up to lead the restaurant, proposing to include Richie as a partner alongside her and Carmy's sister, Natalie (Abby Elliott).
    Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
  • How many more people must die before someone steps up to the plate and puts a stop to it?
    Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • In England chaos reaches its zenith when a Kentishman named Jack Cade, encouraged by York (who has been sent to put down a revolt in Ireland), mounts an insurrection that plays havoc in the streets of London.
    Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
  • In their efforts to win the race, the Soviets push their reactors too hard, prompting a meltdown — the NASA crew mounts a bold rescue mission, taking their Soviet counterparts on board.
    Richard Edwards, Space.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • In this new work, 3D printing and computational design optimization were combined to create a complex, interlocking electrode structure that maximizes storage space without compromising performance.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026
  • By being strategic, breaking down silos that prevent flexibility and building infrastructure that maximizes impact.
    Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
Verb
  • This investment expands the production of the Bushmaster, supports jobs, boosts sovereign capacity and enhances Australian manufacturing capabilities, standing ready to efficiently meet international demand.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Pro hairstylist Ryan Richman previously described this Briogeo cream as a lightweight, silicone-free heat-protectant cream that minimizes frizz, smooths hair, enhances shine, and protects against heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • For Field, the relationship between nature and humanity is what elevates the film.
    Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
  • Jennifer is a singular filmmaker, who brings a distinct, cinematic vision that elevates the material, while Goodfellas act as true curators – champions of great art and the artists behind it.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 6 May 2026
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“Ramps (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramps%20%28up%29. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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