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as in increased
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the snow accumulation is rising at an alarming rate
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as in arisen
to leave one's bed
I generally rise around six and leave for work by seven
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as in ascended
to move or extend upward
mountains majestically rising towards the sky
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Recent Examples of risen
Mary Foskett, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
This wretched regime is doomed to be overthrown by the risen populace and rebellious youth.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Nick Lentz, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
His production has dropped by almost 40% since the start of the war, while his costs have risen by a third.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
Already having risen another 20% since then, production is projected to keep surging to about 160 billion cubic feet daily by 2040, driven by data centers and exports.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
That number has now risen to 28, with NASA's Christina Koch making history by becoming the first woman to join the ranks, while Victor Glover became the first Black man to perform the feat.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 10 Apr. 2026
But there’s some sentiment that his draft stock has risen this spring, and that he could be picked earlier than expected.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
Crucially, the Chinese index is yet to surpass its 2021 highs, during which time the value of the US market has risen over 80%.
—Joseph Wilkins,sean Conlon, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
The value of Pokémon cards has risen by more than 145% over the past year, with buyers spending $450 million this January alone, according to data from trading card analytics website Card Ladder.
—Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
Arrests have risen sharply, with the Florida State Board of Immigration Enforcement reporting at least 10,000 immigration arrests by local agencies alone, not ICE, since last August.
—Meg Anderson, NPR, 4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The longest ending includes the risen Jesus appearing to Mary Magdalene, whose testimony is initially rebuffed, and then to others.
—Mary Foskett, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
This wretched regime is doomed to be overthrown by the risen populace and rebellious youth.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Verb
Michigan Department of Natural Resources The governor's office said Friday that the Cheboygan River had risen to 18 inches below the top of the dam.
—Nick Lentz, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
His production has dropped by almost 40% since the start of the war, while his costs have risen by a third.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
Already having risen another 20% since then, production is projected to keep surging to about 160 billion cubic feet daily by 2040, driven by data centers and exports.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
That number has now risen to 28, with NASA's Christina Koch making history by becoming the first woman to join the ranks, while Victor Glover became the first Black man to perform the feat.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 10 Apr. 2026
But there’s some sentiment that his draft stock has risen this spring, and that he could be picked earlier than expected.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
Crucially, the Chinese index is yet to surpass its 2021 highs, during which time the value of the US market has risen over 80%.
—Joseph Wilkins,sean Conlon, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
The value of Pokémon cards has risen by more than 145% over the past year, with buyers spending $450 million this January alone, according to data from trading card analytics website Card Ladder.
—Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
Arrests have risen sharply, with the Florida State Board of Immigration Enforcement reporting at least 10,000 immigration arrests by local agencies alone, not ICE, since last August.
—Meg Anderson, NPR, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for risen
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Even when companies genuinely believe in the long-term potential of their strategies, vague or inflated narratives can create legal exposure.—
Perrie M. Weiner,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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In addition to scapegoating Josh, Park is also implying that Lindsay inflated procedure prices and sold customers on unnecessary treatments at Trochos.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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On the other hand, planting the wrong neighbors next to garlic can lead to altered flavors, stunted growth, increased susceptibility to pests, and decreased production.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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But having one of the game’s fastest players start at second base in the bottom of the 10th gave the Cubs an advantage, which increased after Caleb Thielbar pitched a scoreless top of the 10th.—
Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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The problems have arisen from slow processing of opposing defenses — an area in which Reid could reasonably offer a breakthrough.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
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Other crucial issues have arisen, such as, what is a close vote and when is a recount required?—
Phyllis Tashlik,
New York Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Wang Zhao | Afp | Getty Images A mysterious AI video model that has ascended global leaderboards has been confirmed as a project from Chinese tech giant Alibaba, in a development that could boost the company's artificial intelligence ambitions.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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The allegations come as Swalwell – a congressman from the San Francisco Bay Area, former presidential candidate, and fixture on cable news – has ascended in the polls in California’s competitive governor’s race.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
10 Apr. 2026
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Those with the condition experience stiff and swollen neck muscles, according to the Cleveland Clinic.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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His case started with a swollen lymph node that wouldn’t heal.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Apr. 2026
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At Cedarvale Winery in Logan Township, New Jersey, fourth-generation farmer Ed Gaventa said early warmth has also accelerated growth in his vineyards — raising concerns as temperatures drop.—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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With the 20-shop agreement, RBH qualifies for the brand’s 50/50 Large Area Developer Incentive Program, an initiative designed to support franchise partners committed to accelerated and multi-unit growth.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2026
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This woke Next Gen car has killed the short tracks and the big ones, but the medium ones are thriving.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Fillmore, a German shorthaired pointer, is being hailed a hero after his urgent barking woke his family during a garage fire at their home on Skyway Drive in Unincorporated Tustin, Orange County.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2026
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The number of unhoused people living in Santa Clara County has soared 63% in the last decade, according to county point-in-time counts.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Marvell Technology has also soared nearly 80% in that time.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Risen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/risen. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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