raise
Example Sentences
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If we had no taxes, this would raise an obvious conundrum: How would we pay for government?
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
“If the BOJ was not planning to raise the policy rate in June, we believe Governor Ueda would have sent a message to temper market expectations,” economist Akira Otani writes in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
The Channel Islands National Park Foundation is on hand to raise money for the park.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
After the call Eryn shed tears of joy and hopes the support from the Hollywood star will help raise awareness of the need for audio description to be available in cinemas.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
This time, when Erica asks for volunteers to share their thoughts, I raise my hand, fast and high, and redeem myself a little.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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