raised

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This was later raised to about 520,000 naira after protests but she says this was insufficient to secure alternative housing.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Last year, the couple raised two daughters — Gizmo and Sunny — who went on to fledge.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

On Thursday, KKR announced the close of its KKR North America Fund XIV at $23 billion, the biggest fund the New York firm has ever raised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The thrice-married realtor and former television celebrity was raised Presbyterian and rarely attended religious services.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Meyer Mossel raised arms and shoulders in an enormous shrug.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom