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also rachets (up)
as in bumps (up)
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Red meat likely increases blood pressure due to byproducts from chemical reactions that happen in the liver and gut.—
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Verywell Health,
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Being stuck in a state of fight-or-flight increases protective muscle tension, altering movement mechanics, limiting mobility, and increasing the likelihood of compensations that can lead to pain or injury.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
14 Jan. 2026
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The neighborhood Occupying enviable real estate, the hotel maximizes your stay by its proximity to major sights—mere steps away are one-of-a-kind Austin experiences like Austin City Limits, the Elephant Room, Paramount Theatre, and the Texas Capitol.—
Kathryn Streeter,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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The two-story-tall window in this living room maximizes natural light.—
Zoe Gowen,
Southern Living,
29 Dec. 2025
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“Ratchets (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ratchets%20%28up%29. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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