boost
Example Sentences
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International Energy Agency members committed to releasing 400 million barrels from strategic oil reserves to boost supplies.
From Barron's
Michelin star chef Tom Kerridge gave his backing to the scheme, saying "these incentives will give our industry a great boost".
From BBC
And California’s major reservoirs, boosted by ample runoff from the last three years, are at 122% of average.
From Los Angeles Times
Some oil executives say they are bracing for a prolonged period of high oil prices that may boost their profits in the short term but could ultimately damage the industry and the economy.
The Scotland striker and Australia midfielder are due back from injury next week, which Scott Allan - a Premiership winner with Celtic - thinks will provide a welcome boost.
From BBC
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