ramps (up)

Definition of ramps (up)next
present tense third-person singular of ramp (up)
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Verb
  • Samuel Boivin | Nurphoto | Getty Images Alibaba on Tuesday announced a new chip designed for agentic capabilities as the Chinese tech giant steps up its semiconductor efforts to fuel its AI push.
    Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Frank and Leaf planted a tree out front and treated the old ground-floor space, just a few steps up, as a studio.
    Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 10 Mar. 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
  • Using vertical space and compact plants maximizes small areas while keeping your garden manageable.
    Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Professor Ahring notes that the system maximizes methane yield while producing pipeline-ready gas.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • This integration enhances operational effectiveness and allows forces to maintain strategic advantage in contested environments.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Fragrances and discreetly placed incense will diffuse gradually throughout the rooms, creating a soft, steam-like presence that enhances the environment.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • But what elevates the play into something truly great is that Lindsay-Abaire refuses to make Elliott a conventional villain.
    Brent Lang, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Lighting is another detail that elevates a small garden after dark.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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“Ramps (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramps%20%28up%29. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.

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