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as in increases
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the snow accumulation is rising at an alarming rate
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2
as in wakes
to leave one's bed
I generally rise around six and leave for work by seven
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as in ascends
to move or extend upward
mountains majestically rising towards the sky
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as in promotions
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
his rapid rise to president of the company
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as in hills
an area of high ground
if we can get to the top of that rise, we'll be able to see for miles
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as in inclines
an upward slope
the rise of the hill was relatively gentle
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as in boosts
something added (as by growth)
an unexpected rise in prices
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as in climbs
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
unfortunately, the descent of the balloon was just as swift as its rise
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Recent Examples of rises
Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 6 May 2026
Smoke rises from Israeli bombardment on the village of Mayfadoun, as seen from nearby Marjayoun, in southern Lebanon, May 6, 2026.
—May 6, CBS News, 6 May 2026
Among Catholic Americans, favorability rises to 61%, while just 14% disapprove and 25% voice no opinion.
—Emily Guskin, ABC News, 6 May 2026
Hantavirus is suspected of spreading aboard a luxury cruise ship, killing three passengers and sparking new concerns as a once obscure disease, with an extraordinarily high death rate, rises amid changing climate conditions.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2026
In the winter, the direction reverses — spinning clockwise at a low speed to circulate warm air that rises to the ceiling.
—Ryan Brennan
may 4, Sacbee.com, 4 May 2026
Skim off any foam that rises to the top.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The number of grants requested through the LFF rises every year, says Leary, who plans to continue this work until there is no longer a need.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Emmanuel Igunza, NPR, 27 Apr. 2026
As power demand rises, states that limit their ability to use reliable power sources are unnecessarily limiting their ability to grow and reliably meet demand.
—Paige Lambermont, Oc Register, 26 Apr. 2026
Demand rises, infrastructure costs increase, and households remain exposed to volatile energy prices.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
One proposal would add a fourth bracket, with replacement rates dropping from 90% to 30%, 10% and 5% as income rises.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
The factors that have helped consumers keep their heads above water in the face of tariff price rises and oil inflation, to name a few—such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and tax refunds—aren’t frequent boosts to spending.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
The firm also saw a European revival, with an 84% year-on-year sales increase in March, although Chinese rival BYD reported an even bigger boost, with fuel price rises pushing consumers away from combustion engines.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
But most youths today will continue to face a ban their entire life as the minimum age to buy cigarettes rises each year.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
Just like during the dot-com bust, the easy investment money is all gone, leaving only those with a solid business plan to carry the legal industry forward as the price rises.
—John Ramos, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Verb
The move comes as electricity demand in the country’s mining region rises faster than supply, with miners building metal processing plants to satisfy local policymakers’ desire to keep some of the value chain in the country.
—Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 6 May 2026
Smoke rises from Israeli bombardment on the village of Mayfadoun, as seen from nearby Marjayoun, in southern Lebanon, May 6, 2026.
—May 6, CBS News, 6 May 2026
Among Catholic Americans, favorability rises to 61%, while just 14% disapprove and 25% voice no opinion.
—Emily Guskin, ABC News, 6 May 2026
Hantavirus is suspected of spreading aboard a luxury cruise ship, killing three passengers and sparking new concerns as a once obscure disease, with an extraordinarily high death rate, rises amid changing climate conditions.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2026
In the winter, the direction reverses — spinning clockwise at a low speed to circulate warm air that rises to the ceiling.
—Ryan Brennan
may 4, Sacbee.com, 4 May 2026
Skim off any foam that rises to the top.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The number of grants requested through the LFF rises every year, says Leary, who plans to continue this work until there is no longer a need.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
For Sawe, London completed one of the fastest and quietest rises in marathon history.
—Emmanuel Igunza, NPR, 27 Apr. 2026
As power demand rises, states that limit their ability to use reliable power sources are unnecessarily limiting their ability to grow and reliably meet demand.
—Paige Lambermont, Oc Register, 26 Apr. 2026
Demand rises, infrastructure costs increase, and households remain exposed to volatile energy prices.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
One proposal would add a fourth bracket, with replacement rates dropping from 90% to 30%, 10% and 5% as income rises.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
The factors that have helped consumers keep their heads above water in the face of tariff price rises and oil inflation, to name a few—such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and tax refunds—aren’t frequent boosts to spending.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
The firm also saw a European revival, with an 84% year-on-year sales increase in March, although Chinese rival BYD reported an even bigger boost, with fuel price rises pushing consumers away from combustion engines.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
But most youths today will continue to face a ban their entire life as the minimum age to buy cigarettes rises each year.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
Just like during the dot-com bust, the easy investment money is all gone, leaving only those with a solid business plan to carry the legal industry forward as the price rises.
—John Ramos, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rises
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CycloKinetics says the fuel improves combustion performance and increases energy density, helping missiles travel farther while improving standoff capability.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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Prioritize In-Flight Hydration Air travel greatly increases your risk of dehydration due to the extremely low humidity and lower cabin pressure.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2026
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The body essentially wakes itself up after fixing what needs fixing.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2026
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When Lydia wakes from her own nightmarish sleep, Vivian’s seat is empty.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
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The road ascends more than 7,000 feet, topping out at 14,130 feet above sea level at the summit of Mount Blue Sky peak (formerly Mount Evans).—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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Upon entering, you’re immediately led to a beech staircase that ascends to the upper level.—
Ludovica Stevan,
Architectural Digest,
21 Apr. 2026
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Jackson said that the company should have spent more on marketing and promotions in a competitive environment but that there was a lack of storylines around NFL players that would drive gambler engagement.—
Contessa Brewer,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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Keep an eye out for seasonal promotions and early spring deals.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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While frolicking among the rolling hills of Florence, Italy, Gwyneth Paltrow found a way to stay comfortable while still looking put-together.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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Paul Villa and his wife, Kristen, were concerned about too many massage parlors popping up in the city of about 87,000, nestled against the hills between the 605 Freeway and the Orange County border.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Between slick tiles and steep inclines, locals rely on comfortable, supportive shoes—usually sleek sneakers, sturdy flats, or low-profile sandals.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
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The story follows struggling creatives navigating debt, eviction threats and a precarious gig economy, visualized in Riley’s inventive style — from looming piles of eviction notices to characters literally struggling up and down steep inclines that mirror the instability of their lives.—
Deborah Sengupta Stith,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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The downloadable content includes two operator skins, weapon blueprints, charms and other cosmetic items, along with experience boosts.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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One dose of the vaccine is 93% effective at preventing measles; a second dose boosts effectiveness even further — to 97%, according to the CDC.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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Gas surges to highest level since 2022 As the cost of crude climbs, so do the prices of gasoline and other fuel that keep equipment, cars, buses, delivery trucks and airplanes running.—
Mae Anderson,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Shootings way down as larceny climbs Crime in Boston is down about 1% so far this year compared to the same period last year, according to the Boston Regional Intelligence Center.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Rises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rises. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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