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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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
April 16, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Monica rises, and her cobalt raiment slithers behind her down the steps.
—Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
In children that number rises to 62%.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
Fields is starting to string together multiple strong practices as his comfort level rises with the defense.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Apr. 2026
Government officials, who had already introduced measures to ease the burden of price rises a few weeks ago, were baffled over the rationale behind the protests because the global price spike is due to the Middle East conflict that restricted oil exports.
—Brian Melley, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
The typical general-election voter is a spry 52, but in primary elections, which decide the majority of political contests, that number rises to 59.
—Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026
But yearly rises in rent, as well as the looming end of the contract, remained a cause of stress for the nonprofit.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
The 2025 standard deduction rises to $15,750 from $14,600 for single filers, $23,625 from $21,900 for head of household filers, and $31,500 from $29,200 for married filing jointly filers.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 14 Apr. 2026
The tax credit provides a refundable, per-child credit to families with children under age 17, with benefits that vary by child age and phase out gradually as income rises.
—Delilah Lopez, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2026
Add another lottery-level prospect, and the upside rises.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 14 Apr. 2026
Investors collect interest, but can convert into shares if CoreWeave’s valuation rises.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
Thanks to Proposition 98, LAUSD’s revenue rises and falls with state income-tax collections.
—Marc Joffe, Daily News, 13 Apr. 2026
Spring 2026 denim trends favor relaxed, oversized silhouettes over skinny fits, with looser shapes, lower rises, and playful details dominating the season.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
As the labor force shrinks, economic output and tax revenues may contract while demand for pensions, healthcare, and social security rises—a financial burden that will be borne by an increasingly smaller workforce.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Apr. 2026
As the price of jet fuel rises, airline CEOs expect airfare to rise as well.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
Smoke rises following an Israeli airstrike in Nabatieh, Lebanon, April 16, 2026.
—April 16, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Monica rises, and her cobalt raiment slithers behind her down the steps.
—Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
In children that number rises to 62%.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
Fields is starting to string together multiple strong practices as his comfort level rises with the defense.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Apr. 2026
Government officials, who had already introduced measures to ease the burden of price rises a few weeks ago, were baffled over the rationale behind the protests because the global price spike is due to the Middle East conflict that restricted oil exports.
—Brian Melley, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
The typical general-election voter is a spry 52, but in primary elections, which decide the majority of political contests, that number rises to 59.
—Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026
But yearly rises in rent, as well as the looming end of the contract, remained a cause of stress for the nonprofit.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
The 2025 standard deduction rises to $15,750 from $14,600 for single filers, $23,625 from $21,900 for head of household filers, and $31,500 from $29,200 for married filing jointly filers.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
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Researchers at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found last month states that legalize sports betting see ensuing rises in consumer delinquencies.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 14 Apr. 2026
The tax credit provides a refundable, per-child credit to families with children under age 17, with benefits that vary by child age and phase out gradually as income rises.
—Delilah Lopez, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2026
Add another lottery-level prospect, and the upside rises.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 14 Apr. 2026
Investors collect interest, but can convert into shares if CoreWeave’s valuation rises.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
Thanks to Proposition 98, LAUSD’s revenue rises and falls with state income-tax collections.
—Marc Joffe, Daily News, 13 Apr. 2026
Spring 2026 denim trends favor relaxed, oversized silhouettes over skinny fits, with looser shapes, lower rises, and playful details dominating the season.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
As the labor force shrinks, economic output and tax revenues may contract while demand for pensions, healthcare, and social security rises—a financial burden that will be borne by an increasingly smaller workforce.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Apr. 2026
As the price of jet fuel rises, airline CEOs expect airfare to rise as well.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rises
Verb
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Accessible, affordable childcare alleviates poverty, prevents homelessness, improves employer productivity and retention, increases the tax base, supports small businesses and keeps young families in our communities.—
Susan Ellenberg,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The letter alleges that the Missouri State Tax Commission’s recent orders regarding Jackson County assessments do not discuss credits on 2023 and 2024 tax payments, or the 15% cap on commercial property value increases that LeVota has also implemented.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
15 Apr. 2026
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Melmo The stiffness of my jeans wakes me—almost icy in the predawn.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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Ready for a home robot that wakes you up, makes breakfast and even cleans the house afterward?—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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We're lifted out of the darkness this time, though, as a blinding light appears and Daniel ascends.—
Daryl Baxter,
Space.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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The ride, a family drop tower-style ride, typically ascends over 20 feet in the air, then drops rapidly.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
7 Apr. 2026
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The mission of Sustainable Ramona is to lead the transition to a sustainable climate in Ramona with a healthy economy via education, partners, projects, promotions and ultimately a profitable, independent electricity-producing area (microgrid).—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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The complaint, initially brought by the Justice Department and dozens of state attorneys general in 2024, claimed Live Nation monopolized the industry by controlling ticketing, concert booking, venues and promotions.—
Adam Reiss,
NBC news,
15 Apr. 2026
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Here, French doors access a private balcony with views of the western hills while inside there are dressing areas for him and her with custom built-ins, individual closets, and an ensuite bath with a walk-in shower, a lovely soaking tub, separate water closet space, and double sinks.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2026
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Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
19 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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Servicing a mountainous areas like Escondido drives up costs, as an expensive network of pipes and pump stations is needed to move water up and down considerable inclines, said Kyle Morgan, the city’s acting director of utilities and wastewater.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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The paper also reported that several other automakers have seen similar boosts in EV sales in recent months.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
5 Apr. 2026
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There are no must-wins in March or April, only morale boosts at the beginning of a marathon.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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On the thermal side, flat-wire coils and cooling fins reduce energy losses and help the motor hold its peak output longer on brutal climbs, rather than quietly throttling back when things get hot.—
Omar Kardoudi
April 10,
New Atlas,
10 Apr. 2026
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Short, steep climbs, rocky tread, and tight turns mean those miles feel long.—
Tim Neville,
Outside,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Rises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rises. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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