as in to beef (up)
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swell (up)
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Taxes increased, public spending was reined in, and price controls were largely abolished.—
Marina P. Asins,
Architectural Digest,
26 Jan. 2025 -
One should be convinced of his increasing persuasive influence in the United States and in affairs with allies.—
Richard E. Vatz,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2025
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The Arsenal hierarchy recognise there is some urgency to the situation, and are actively seeking to augment Arteta’s attacking options between now and the February 3 deadline.—
James McNicholas,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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The military has been deployed in this role for years, and President Biden relied on the same emergency authority to augment their numbers.—
Elizabeth Goitein,
TIME,
23 Jan. 2025
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Why This Matters The fires in Baja California closely resemble those in Los Angeles, underscoring the escalating wildfire risks across the southwestern region of North America.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, the need for individual resolve has never been greater.—
Thais Lopez Vogel,
Orlando Sentinel,
26 Jan. 2025
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And the problems were multiplying: The Hurst fire in the Valley had grown to 500 acres, forcing evacuations.—
Jonathan Wolfe,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Expect digital twins to multiply in the manufacturing space.—
Simon Dae Oong Kim,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Whether brainstorming, skill development, or logistical support, AI should amplify natural intelligence and interpersonal relationships, not substitute them.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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These traditional genre inclusions amplify a sense of Puerto Rican cultural pride and authenticity, significantly resonating with a broader Latino audience.—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
22 Jan. 2025
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During the month of January, sky gazers will be able to see four planets in one view — and come February, the parade will only expand.—
Caitlin O'Kane,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2025
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The new store will also greatly expand the selection of artist and band merchandise and audio equipment like turntables and speakers, as well as new and used vinyl and CDs.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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At the hospital, surgeons inserted a shunt to control swelling in Manning's brain and tended to his many injuries.—
Wendy Grossman Kantor,
People.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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Cover and cook on low 5 to 6 hours or on high 2 to 3 hours or until an instant read thermometer inserted in the middle of a chop registers 145°F.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Swell (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swell%20%28up%29. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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