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as in to scramble
to move (as up or over something) often with the help of the hands in holding or pulling
visitors should use caution when climbing over the wet rocks along the shore
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2
as in to rise
to move or extend upward
smoke from the cabin climbing in the still mountain air
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as in to increase
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
complaints to the cable company climbed after the changeover
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as in ascent
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
a long hard climb up the mountain
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Recent Examples of climb
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2025
Joe joined the Bon Appétit team in 2022 after climbing the editorial ranks for a few years at Condé Nast’s other food publication, Epicurious.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appétit, 19 Jan. 2025
Dina Kraft, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Jan. 2025
However, the industry still has a climb ahead, with this figure sitting 20% below the pre-pandemic average for 2017-2019.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
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Pack smarter not harder with Madewell's long weekend savings event, where discounts are climbing up to almost 80 percent off.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2025
Joe joined the Bon Appétit team in 2022 after climbing the editorial ranks for a few years at Condé Nast’s other food publication, Epicurious.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appétit, 19 Jan. 2025
Noun
There has also been a steep climb in the number of women killed nationwide.
—Dina Kraft, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Jan. 2025
However, the industry still has a climb ahead, with this figure sitting 20% below the pre-pandemic average for 2017-2019.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for climb
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The state faces a nearly $3 billion budget as politicians, including Gov. Wes Moore, scramble to close the gap.—
Gary Collins,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Jan. 2025
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Video Ad Feedback First responders scramble to pull dog and owner from frozen lake 00:52 - Source: CNN First responders scramble to pull dog and owner from frozen lake Police in Massachusetts released dramatic drone footage of first responders helping a dog and its owner out of a frozen lake.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
16 Jan. 2025
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Finding the perfect rose to become Martha’s namesake was difficult according to Hahn, who visited various fields and looked at dozens of contenders.—
Jessica Jordan,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
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The resort is also known for golf; its 18th hole is one of Wisconsin’s finest: the tee lies atop the Niagara Escarpment, a wall of rock that rises out of the water like a skyscraper.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Jan. 2025
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Another 2021 study found that sleep deprivation increased levels of cortisol during interpersonal conflict.—
Daisy Jones,
Vogue,
26 Jan. 2025
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Since the attack, Weisz-Gut has felt forced to take account of the specter of increasing prejudice in Europe on a personal level.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN,
26 Jan. 2025
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In 2025, air passengers will see lounge openings and changes in frequent flier programs, and the number of premium and elite offerings will continue at a steady ascent.—
Christine Chung,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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Officials said a couple of engines dropped out during that ascent phase but could not offer a direct explanation for the outcome.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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The Wolves could choose to merely refine their roster, or maintain the status quo and allow the current pieces more time to mesh in the hopes things click and the team ascends to new heights by season’s end.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
24 Jan. 2025
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Clearly, Cade Cunningham To start with the most obvious development of the season that likely has Detroit fans gleefully tuning in each time their team plays: Cunningham is ascending into a young star.—
Hunter Patterson,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Many say falling birth rates are due to the soaring cost of living, as well as the growing number of women going into the workforce and seeking higher education.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune Asia,
17 Jan. 2025
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During the pandemic, the soaring cost of essentials like food, fuel and rent only deepened the country's widespread precarity — a gnawing sense of financial insecurity that has left tens of millions of Americans vulnerable to job losses, medical problems and even modest economic dips.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
17 Jan. 2025
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In 1990, its northern drift accelerated, increasing from 9.3 miles (15 kilometers) per year to 34.2 miles (55 kilometers) per year, Chulliat said.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN,
21 Jan. 2025
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Nevitt said that the invocation of the Defense Production Act, which can be used to accelerate manufacturing, is also possible.—
Rachel Frazin,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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When Todd first appeared, Plemons’ ascension was just beginning, with Friday Night Lights (2006–2011) serving as his launchpad.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
20 Jan. 2025
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But there is something worse: The simultaneous ascension of Washington rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels to immediate elite status in the nation’s capital.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Climb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climb. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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