as in to soar
to rise abruptly and rapidly
gas prices shot up seemingly overnight
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Just a few months ago, when Netflix rolled out several films connected to the Swedish musician, his catalog soared.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025 -
Picked fourth in that 2024 draft, the sturdy 22-year-old, 6-foot-5, 245-pound slugger has soared through the minor leagues and will make his big-league debut this week during a six-game home stand at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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If elected, what would your top 3 policy priorities be? (1) Infrastructure in forms of roads and increased police and fire due to the growing population.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Tesla has increased North American sourcing for parts of many models over the last two years, which would decrease tariff exposure for the E41, two people aware of the matter said.—
Abhirup Roy,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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A day after rumors rocketed around the internet suggesting Europe was considering a ban on the lightweight material, a report on Tuesday clarified that claim, making clear that it would not be banned.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
15 Apr. 2025
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For over an hour-and-a-half on Sunday night, Post Malone rocked through his biggest hits throughout his career as fireworks rocketed off the stage at a rapid pace.—
John Lonsdale,
Rolling Stone,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Shoot (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoot%20%28up%29. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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