as in soared
to rise abruptly and rapidly
the crisis has caused oil prices to skyrocket
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Recent Examples of skyrocketed
According to food-security experts, extreme malnutrition in Gaza, already high, skyrocketed after GHF took over; according to Netanyahu, the foundation failed to prevent looting by Hamas.
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Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2025
Also known as citizenship through investment, golden visas have skyrocketed in popularity among Americans seeking to acquire a second passport, either as a safety net or to relocate.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
In August, Greene criticized a report that claimed her personal wealth had skyrocketed since joining Congress.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Known for her raunchy, no-holds barred comedy, Glaser’s career skyrocketed after her standout performance on Netflix’s roast of Tom Brady.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
The movie skyrocketed in popularity, earning acclaim for its vibrant animation and standout voice performances.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, ad hoc security when an executive travels skyrocketed 300%, Kucera told Fortune.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
In 1911, the Mona Lisa skyrocketed to international fame when a worker from the Louvre hid the small Leonardo da Vinci painting in his coat and spirited it away for two years.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
Harner might not have absorbed much history or math, but her guitar skills skyrocketed.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2025
Also known as citizenship through investment, golden visas have skyrocketed in popularity among Americans seeking to acquire a second passport, either as a safety net or to relocate.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
In August, Greene criticized a report that claimed her personal wealth had skyrocketed since joining Congress.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Known for her raunchy, no-holds barred comedy, Glaser’s career skyrocketed after her standout performance on Netflix’s roast of Tom Brady.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
The movie skyrocketed in popularity, earning acclaim for its vibrant animation and standout voice performances.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, ad hoc security when an executive travels skyrocketed 300%, Kucera told Fortune.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
In 1911, the Mona Lisa skyrocketed to international fame when a worker from the Louvre hid the small Leonardo da Vinci painting in his coat and spirited it away for two years.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
Harner might not have absorbed much history or math, but her guitar skills skyrocketed.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skyrocketed
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The social media platform soared 16% after posting third-quarter earnings of 80 cents per share, exceeding the 51 cents analysts polled by LSEG had penciled in.—
Scott Schnipper,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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Her approval ratings soared after taking office, but her ruling party still lacks a parliamentary majority after recent election losses.—
Betsy Klein,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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Just as the group’s base as increased to more than 100 people, its gatherings have evolved too beyond BTS visits to the Met.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
29 Oct. 2025
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Since the governor announced the proposal in August, the measure has only increased in popularity among Democrats — receiving support from former President Barack Obama and others.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Oct. 2025
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