leveling

Example Sentences

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The leveling up of gas-station fare is also changing consumer perceptions, especially as inflation-bitten travelers seek more affordable alternatives to restaurants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Though some of the decline may be leveling off, it’s unclear whether wage growth will be able to keep pace with inflation this year.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

You might have assumed that America’s intellectuals would have been overjoyed at this postwar cultural leveling up, but not all were.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

And to me, the second special, it feels like there’s a bit of a growth in leveling up.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“Yeah, we don’t know much of anything about you,” Kaisha said, leveling Moss with a stare.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro