cranked up
Example Sentences
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As Archer cranked up the pace, Phillips spent plenty of time on the floor, ducking and diving.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
“I just cranked up the leverage and prayed to Jeff,” Gallo says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026
Suturing Mary Shelley’s novel to his own 21st century anti-technocrat ferocity, Guillermo del Toro cranked up his ambitions in every element from costumes to cinematography and thrillingly brought his favorite ghoul to life.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2026
Nawaz dismissed Mendis, while Mishara holed out off Ayub, as the Pakistan bowlers relentlessly cranked up the pressure.
From Barron's ● Nov. 29, 2025
She cranked up the radio and peeled out of the parking lot, headed for home.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
