raise
Example Sentences
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Still, he expects any capital raise will be pushed out until the end of the year at the earliest.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
It was an unexpected move that continues to raise questions about the motivations for the cancellation — CBS maintains it was a purely financial decision.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
As McBrien explained, many loyalty programs use the same surveillance pricing algorithms, but instead of directly raising prices on certain individuals they will raise prices altogether then only offer selective coupons.
From Salon • May 18, 2026
Davies said the purpose was not to raise revenue but rather "to encourage people into the town - tourists especially - so that they know there will be a parking space for them".
From BBC • May 18, 2026
His back ached as he strained to raise his shoulders.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
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