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raising

noun as in adoption

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noun as in culture

noun as in raise

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Meanwhile, the prices index expanded at a quicker pace than in October, the data showed, raising potential caution for Federal Reserve policymakers amid inflation concerns.

Jack's family have been campaigning to raise awareness about the risks of swimming in cold, open water and are raising funds for a youth club in his name.

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At that meeting—the final one of the year—the BOJ “will consider the pros and cons of raising the policy interest rate and make decisions as appropriate,” Ueda said.

"We have not learned anything other than raising herds."

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This could reduce its ability to finance more low-income housing and other public works, though elected leaders would likely respond by raising taxes.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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