climb
Example Sentences
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Equity markets have climbed steadily, rebuilding a wealth effect that supports consumer spending, particularly among upper-income households.
From Barron's
The governor praised quick-thinking first responders, notably firefighters who "were quite literally climbing up ladders, handing individuals in this nursing home to police, who were at times carrying two people on their back to safety."
From Barron's
Last month, the U.S. unemployment rate climbed to a four-year high of 4.6%, with job growth being highly concentrated in the health sector.
From MarketWatch
The last two weeks have thrust Vonn back onto the international stage as well as the podium, which she climbed in four of her first five races this season.
From Los Angeles Times
The Chair of Stormont's Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs committee Robbie Butler welcomed the climb down but said it needs to be "removed totally".
From BBC
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