lift

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Even limited threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz can lift prices by raising tanker insurance costs and slowing deliveries, effectively tightening supply without removing production.

From Barron's

Even limited threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz can lift prices by raising tanker insurance costs and slowing deliveries, effectively tightening supply without removing production.

From Barron's

In June, his twin sons transferred to his alma mater from a Detroit prep school with hopes of making their papa proud and lifting the town’s spirit.

From Los Angeles Times

Twice a European champion as England captain, she has also lifted every trophy available to her during a 20-year career with Arsenal - including the Champions League and inaugural Women's Champions Cup.

From BBC

Paramount is set to issue 2.9 billion shares in the equity raise, lifting its share count to about 4 billion, Barron’s estimates.

From Barron's