RAMPS (UP) Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

ramps (up)

verb

present tense third-person singular of ramp (up)

as in jacks (up)

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Xi said that the Gulf should not become an arena for great-power rivalry, even as Beijing steps up its Iran war diplomacy, with the world’s second-largest economy vulnerable to high energy and shipping prices.

— Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2026
This year, Macy’s stages its 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade, and also steps up its Mission Every One charitable initiative supporting Ronald McDonald House, Blue Star Families and Foster Love.

— David Moin, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of steps up

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Serving as his own cinematographer, filmmaker Michał Marczak mounts a sensitive portrait of a parent consumed by hope, even as things look bleak.

— Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 13 Nov. 2026
In the present, Matthew mounts his own investigation into the crime that tore his life apart, confronting old friends, revisiting broken relationships and interrogating the people who built the case against him.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of mounts

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The trailhead enhances access to popular bouldering and climbing areas, and provides five new creek access points, the agency said in a statement.

— Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 11 Nov. 2026
Streaming those Christmas classics, or even performing in a high school production of those musicals, enhances the Brit’s wealth.

— Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of enhances

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This chunky chain bracelet is understated but elevates his everyday outfits.

— Malia Griggs, Glamour, 11 Nov. 2026
The victory denies Abbott a fourth term and elevates an Austin state representative who built her campaign around public education, household costs and criticism of the state's Republican leadership.

— Blaise Gainey, NPR, 4 Nov. 2026

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