push up
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The central bank delivered its forecasts as it raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time in more than three years as soaring energy costs push up global inflation.
From Barron's ● Nov. 12, 2026
Experts say there could be more hikes over the next 18 months, as the conflict continues to push up food, fuel and energy prices across the UK and worldwide.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
She said heatwaves and drought could push up power costs as people use air conditioning more, and lower water levels reduce hydropower generation.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026
When more of the economy is growing, it usually means more spending by consumers and businesses, which in the short run can push up prices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
In the back gardens the gophers push up the morning mounds of fresh damp earth and they creep out and drag flowers into their holes.
From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck
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