1
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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3
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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2
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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3
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
Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 28 Jan. 2026
Picture sipping coffee as the sun rises over the Rockies, or gliding past red rock canyons en route to Glacier National Park, all from the comfort of a panoramic observation car.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
The Runabout’s super-low nose rises up toward the roll-hoop rear.
—New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2026
As its name suggests, the asterism lurks relatively low on the horizon in the winter months for stargazers in the Northern Hemisphere, but rises high overhead during short summer nights.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The new champ rises after two weeks in the runner-up spot and gives both Metro Boomin and Quavo their third solo leaders and the first for both Breskii and YKNIECE.
—Trevor Anderson, Billboard, 27 Jan. 2026
The iconic spire of the Sustainability & Innovation Centre at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in Dubai rises in the background, subtly piercing the mist.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Price rises ahead Memory price jumps mean that consumer electronics companies may have to consider price rises.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Its electrical business has been targeting clients in the data center space, particularly cables and accessories, as demand for such infrastructure rises alongside artificial intelligence use.
—Bloomberg, Twin Cities, 20 Jan. 2026
Aly J Yale, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
To emphasize the theme, Snipes tapped parkour athletes Travis Nguyen, Chloe Reynolds and Ramcis Valdez for a campaign which sees the trio scaling scaffolding and high rises in the high-visibility sneakers.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Unless businesses start cutting jobs or the unemployment rate rises, the Fed is unlikely to cut rates again for at least a few months, economists say.
—Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
Price rises ahead Memory price jumps mean that consumer electronics companies may have to consider price rises.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Through 2028, taxpayers can deduct up to $25,000 in tip income, plus up to $12,500 in overtime income per person (or $25,000 for joint filers) with phase‑outs applied as income rises.
—Emma Waldman, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Cities like Louisville, Nashville and Philadelphia have shown that when students see school as the first step toward a real career, attendance rises, engagement deepens and achievement follows.
—Mujahid Muhammad, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
Scheelhaase and Udinski have made rapid rises on paths similar to the one Coen took, going from Rams assistant wide receivers coach (2018-19) to assistant quarterbacks coach (2020) to Kentucky’s offensive coordinator in 2021.
—Zac Jackson, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2026
When nurses feel unheard and unsupported, burnout accelerates and turnover rises, creating a cycle that further undermines patient safety.
—Linda H. Aiken, New York Daily News, 16 Jan. 2026
Verb
However, if one spouse is 65 or older, that income threshold rises to $33,100.
—Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 28 Jan. 2026
Picture sipping coffee as the sun rises over the Rockies, or gliding past red rock canyons en route to Glacier National Park, all from the comfort of a panoramic observation car.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
The Runabout’s super-low nose rises up toward the roll-hoop rear.
—New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2026
As its name suggests, the asterism lurks relatively low on the horizon in the winter months for stargazers in the Northern Hemisphere, but rises high overhead during short summer nights.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The new champ rises after two weeks in the runner-up spot and gives both Metro Boomin and Quavo their third solo leaders and the first for both Breskii and YKNIECE.
—Trevor Anderson, Billboard, 27 Jan. 2026
The iconic spire of the Sustainability & Innovation Centre at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in Dubai rises in the background, subtly piercing the mist.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Price rises ahead Memory price jumps mean that consumer electronics companies may have to consider price rises.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Its electrical business has been targeting clients in the data center space, particularly cables and accessories, as demand for such infrastructure rises alongside artificial intelligence use.
—Bloomberg, Twin Cities, 20 Jan. 2026
Noun
When one rises, the other one generally does, too — and the same goes when yields fall.
—Aly J Yale, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
To emphasize the theme, Snipes tapped parkour athletes Travis Nguyen, Chloe Reynolds and Ramcis Valdez for a campaign which sees the trio scaling scaffolding and high rises in the high-visibility sneakers.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Unless businesses start cutting jobs or the unemployment rate rises, the Fed is unlikely to cut rates again for at least a few months, economists say.
—Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
Price rises ahead Memory price jumps mean that consumer electronics companies may have to consider price rises.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Through 2028, taxpayers can deduct up to $25,000 in tip income, plus up to $12,500 in overtime income per person (or $25,000 for joint filers) with phase‑outs applied as income rises.
—Emma Waldman, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Cities like Louisville, Nashville and Philadelphia have shown that when students see school as the first step toward a real career, attendance rises, engagement deepens and achievement follows.
—Mujahid Muhammad, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
Scheelhaase and Udinski have made rapid rises on paths similar to the one Coen took, going from Rams assistant wide receivers coach (2018-19) to assistant quarterbacks coach (2020) to Kentucky’s offensive coordinator in 2021.
—Zac Jackson, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2026
When nurses feel unheard and unsupported, burnout accelerates and turnover rises, creating a cycle that further undermines patient safety.
—Linda H. Aiken, New York Daily News, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rises
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That’s because the physical exertion of shoveling increases heart rate and blood pressure, while at the same time the cold constricts blood vessels–a double whammy of stressors.—
Amy Feldman,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Researchers in Hong Kong have developed a low-cost hydrogel coating that cools solar panel hot spots and increases the power output, thus improving their overall performance and reliability.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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The cool, gel texture is refreshing and wakes me up, hydrating and smoothing my puffy under-eyes and minimizing dark circles in 15 minutes.—
Emma Greene,
InStyle,
28 Jan. 2026
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The novel, which was crowned champ of the spring 2024 Jimmy Fallon Book Club, follows Lee, a mother who, during a relentless winter storm, wakes to an intruder in her home.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2026
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According to the sources, the amount of cartel wealth controlled by the siblings outside Venezuela ascends to several billion dollars.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2026
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Contractors plan to preserve a winding marble staircase that ascends to the building’s rooftop, and maintain the historic facade.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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Amber*, a digital marketing manager for a restaurant group, generated several million dollars in revenue through online promotions her first two years on the job.—
Chris Lipp,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Jupiter in Cancer elevates your career from January through June, offering promotions, recognition and leadership.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Nestled in the green hills of the Pacific Palisades and just miles from the Pacific Ocean, community members gathered for an afternoon service and concert to grieve, heal and remember — remember homes lost, remember their lives before displacement and remember to find hope in recovery.—
Camelia Heins,
Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Expansive windows frame the rows of grapes like living artwork, while terraces, pergolas, and outdoor living spaces invite residents to linger, glass in hand, taking in the sunset over the hills.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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But the car—small, low to the ground, and exceedingly heavy, owing to the ballistic steel and glass—is not suited to a city like Caracas, which is rife with steep inclines and deep potholes, and is best travelled in a four-by-four.—
Armando Ledezma,
New Yorker,
14 Jan. 2026
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Its flexible 3-layer HydroWall shell is completely waterproof and still breathable, with pit zips to release excess heat on steep inclines.—
Annita Katee,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Dec. 2025
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Familiar dishes with small boosts tend to shine the most — creamy pastas, roasted proteins, cozy vegetarian mains, chocolate-forward desserts.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
28 Jan. 2026
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This mix has added boosts of ginger and turmeric, which are good for upset stomachs and might even ease seasickness symptoms.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2026
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The mountain biking trails at Rhebokskloof Estatein Paarl are a mix of steep climbs and thrilling descents.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
31 Dec. 2025
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Stationary bikes often keep you in one position for extended periods, especially during high-resistance climbs, which can increase pelvic pressure.—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
26 Dec. 2025
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“Rises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rises. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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