Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sneaking up
Verb
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Those turned away are instead turning up at the local pawn shop.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
30 Sep. 2025 -
Revenue growth is accelerating as Reddit is not only growing its weekly active users but also turning up the dial on their ad-tech platform.—
Todd Gordon,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Fans are showing up in droves at Greater Cincinnati's first two Dutch Bros, ordering up hot and cold sweet drinks by the car-full.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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So keep your eyes on the bigger picture while showing up daily for the small tasks that will get you there!—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Sneaking up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sneaking%20up. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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