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push up

[poosh-uhp] / ˈpʊʃˌʌp /


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All the demand by wealthier Americans could push up prices for some goods and services.

From MarketWatch Aug. 15, 2026

The period saw a huge cash injection into theme parks, which remain a jewel in the company's crown, helping to push up the share price fivefold.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

Treasurys, which otherwise would push up American interest rates.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

It highlights both countries' efforts to prevent a sell-off in the yen and Japanese government bonds from having an impact on the global economy, including potentially helping to push up borrowing costs for Washington.

From BBC Aug. 3, 2026

I pulled aside the heavy drapes and stretched on my toes to push up the window.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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