rig (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for rig (up)
Verb
  • The global pandemic threw up a myriad of challenges for the franchise sector and many brands are continuing to deal with the fallout from that, together with changing consumer behaviours, inflation, recruitment and supply chain issues.
    Fiona Simpson, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
  • If the individual begins throwing up, or if symptoms get worse or last for over an hour – call 911.
    Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Verb
  • And for professionals facing career transitions, volunteering is a way to rediscover one’s mission, re-skill and rebuild.
    Leslye Moore, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
  • The hitmaker went on to encourage followers to join her in contributing money to support the state’s recovery and rebuilding efforts.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • Silicon Valley giants are working to resurrect and retrofit old power plants to help power their AI needs.
    Dave Smith, Fortune, 18 July 2025
  • To date, the program has been responsible for retrofitting 5,929 homes.
    Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 July 2025
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“Rig (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rig%20%28up%29. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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