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racking

[rak-ing] / ˈræk ɪŋ /








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In the weeks since the fire burned and cleanup began, Lineage has been slowly and consistently racking up fines tied to poor air quality and complaints from the community.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

Miller has been racking up a series of unsettling on-camera appearances in which his attempts at defending himself instead reveal a deep well of dishonesty.

From Salon Aug. 7, 2026

Was it mere hyperbole to compare him favourably with Tiger Woods when he was racking up the victories on tour?

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

It was an adviser and dealmaker, and by last year, with the company racking up losses and its stock in the tank, Angelo was open to ideas.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

The numbness of his loss had passed, and the pain would hit me out of nowhere, doubling me over, racking my body with sobs.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins




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