as in increased
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
ticket sales are expected to roll up as the date of the concert nears
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Recent Examples of rolled up
The materials were rolled up and compressed and in a plastic wrap.
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Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
Rest assured, though, that the clothes are delivered clean and perfectly rolled up, no exceptions.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Feb. 2026
Many blood donors rolled up their sleeves to donate in honor of Wendi Winters, one of the five people killed in the tragic Capital Gazette shooting in 2018.
—Dennis Valera, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
When rolled up, Roll just blends into the room and can serve as a TV stand, a surface for plants or books, or even as a bench.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026
The most notable performance was by the Tennessee Volunteers, led by hurler Karlyn Pickens on the mound and an offense that rolled up 43 runs in five games.
—Molly Keshin, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
In France, it’s often worn simply with a pair of white jeans and loafers, the sleeves casually rolled up in a carefree yet very put-together way.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
The other two mats were being rolled up.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Bride Lillian Myer had her hair rolled up in this chic style for her wedding day, with her veil pinned on top.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2026
Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
Rest assured, though, that the clothes are delivered clean and perfectly rolled up, no exceptions.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Feb. 2026
Many blood donors rolled up their sleeves to donate in honor of Wendi Winters, one of the five people killed in the tragic Capital Gazette shooting in 2018.
—Dennis Valera, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
When rolled up, Roll just blends into the room and can serve as a TV stand, a surface for plants or books, or even as a bench.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 20 Feb. 2026
The most notable performance was by the Tennessee Volunteers, led by hurler Karlyn Pickens on the mound and an offense that rolled up 43 runs in five games.
—Molly Keshin, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
In France, it’s often worn simply with a pair of white jeans and loafers, the sleeves casually rolled up in a carefree yet very put-together way.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
The other two mats were being rolled up.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Bride Lillian Myer had her hair rolled up in this chic style for her wedding day, with her veil pinned on top.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rolled up
Verb
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The Career Connections program allowing students to learn career skills and earn credentials, Skipper highlighted, started off with around 1,000 students four years ago and has now increased to over 4,000 students.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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Before that, the rate had increased 56% over two years.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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The market share of zero-emission vehicles among all light-duty vehicles sold rose from 12% in 2021 to 19% in 2022.—
Blanca Begert,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Saudi Aramco’s shares rose the most in more than two years as investors bet that the rise in oil prices could offset declines in exports, Bloomberg reported.—
Amena Bakr,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There were a handful of reasons, each accelerated by Micron, but not totally dependent on it, Starr said.—
Mark Dee
March 3,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Mar. 2026
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But the problem has accelerated since the COVID-19 pandemic and its disruption of the labor market.—
Emily Naiser,
The Conversation,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Last year, lawmakers boosted the annual amount allocated to the state’s film and TV tax credit program and expanded the criteria for eligible projects in an attempt to lure production back to California.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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While China’s economy expanded by 5% last year, the country has entered a fourth year of deflation amid real estate slump, weak consumer confidence and local government debt stress.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But during pregnancy, her body had swelled as a result of fluid retention, putting major pressure on the nerves in her hands and wrists.—
Erin MeanLey,
Parents,
5 Mar. 2026
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Then two years ago, Demings and other county leaders opted against a reboot of the campaign, though transit problems have worsened in Central Florida as its population swelled.—
Stephen Hudak,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The price of Brent Crude, the world’s benchmark for crude oil, reportedly climbed to $120 a barrel for a period on Monday before later dropping to around $110.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
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Futures on China’s 30-year and 10-year bonds dropped the most since late December on Monday, while corresponding cash yields climbed.—
Bloomberg News,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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