1
as in to spurt
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2
as in to increase
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Recent Examples of surge
Zack Cox, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2025
According to Anthony, the company—which partners with over 90 athletic departments—saw a surge in overseas team trips last summer, though that momentum has slowed this year.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 13 May 2025
Paula Fitzsimmons, Boston Herald, 13 May 2025
The athletic wear retailer has tumbled more than 21% in 2025, but surged more than 7% amid Monday’s rally.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 12 May 2025
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Noun
Tatum ignited that surge with a 3-pointer – part of a 20-point first half for the Celtics star – and Kristaps Porzingis helped maintain it with two offensive rebounds, a putback tip-in and a steal under Boston’s basket.
—Zack Cox, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2025
According to Anthony, the company—which partners with over 90 athletic departments—saw a surge in overseas team trips last summer, though that momentum has slowed this year.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 13 May 2025
Verb
Data from the Bureau of Justice Statistics’ National Crime Victimization Survey, which tracks reported and unreported crimes, has put to rest any doubts that violent crime has surged in recent years.
—Paula Fitzsimmons, Boston Herald, 13 May 2025
The athletic wear retailer has tumbled more than 21% in 2025, but surged more than 7% amid Monday’s rally.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for surge
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Furthermore, the adoption of millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum (FR2), which offers higher bandwidth and throughput, can significantly enhance satellite communications.—
Iri Trashanki,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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However, the oil industry looks more resilient today because of a wave of consolidation in which Big Oil companies with powerful balance sheets gobbled up smaller players.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
12 May 2025
Verb
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Investigators have not yet discovered the cause of the fire but, according to the Associated Press, images from the scene showed huge flames spurting from the windows and doors of the two- or three-story building.—
Morgan Winsor,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Pere Ubu reunited in fits and spurts over the ensuing decades in the hands of Thomas, who remained the only original member throughout the band’s tenure, and released 14 albums, not including live records.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
24 Apr. 2025
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Autism rates increased, again: But RFK Jr. diverges from CDC report about the reason.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Under the Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA), the filing threshold was increased to $11,580,000 in 2020, and $11,700,000 in 2021 and is adjusted for inflation thereafter through 2025.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Multiple factors contribute to the discovery of bodies in the spring time, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office said on Monday, pointing to increasing water temperatures, the rate of water currents and a swell of activity on the water.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
7 May 2025
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The Illinois Department of Public Health announced the first measles case Wednesday — news that comes amid a swell of measles cases across the country.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2025
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The highest tier, which is $20.99 a month, includes the ability to stream on four devices and offers 4K Ultra HD video quality and 100 downloads.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The Voice season 27 finale airs Tuesday, May 20 at 8 p.m. on NBC and is available to stream on Peacock the following day.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, there's no better time to refresh your home for summer with finds from Amazon.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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Since last week, sightings in the Asheville, North Carolina, area have risen from 140 to 739, according to Kristsky's group, Cicada Safari, which crowdsources and reviews data on the insects.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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Many commenters gushed about the sweet gesture, manifesting a partner who does something similar.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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Despite Johnson’s inexperience at the position, his technique is impeccable, Harbaugh gushed.—
Thuc Nhi Nguyen,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
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And for the rest of us: Volunteering is skyrocketing.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 May 2025
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Women’s sports have skyrocketed over the past decade, with headliners like basketball icon Caitlin Clark and viral 2024 U.S. rugby Olympian Ilona Maher bringing even more fans into the fold.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Vogue,
15 May 2025
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“Surge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surge. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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