cranked up
Example Sentences
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The exit of Maeda, last season's title hero, following confirmation that Kelechi Iheanacho and Marcelo Saracchi would not be returning to Parkhead, cranked up the fury among the fanbase.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
As Archer cranked up the pace, Phillips spent plenty of time on the floor, ducking and diving.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
Americans cranked up the heat, posing the biggest test of the electric grid this season.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 11, 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
Grover was eating potato chips to his heart’s content, while Annabeth cranked up the National Geographic Channel.
From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan
