raising
Example Sentences
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Last month, Sri Lankan customs officials intercepted nine Chinese nationals attempting to smuggle used mobile phones and laptops in the hundreds, raising suspicion they were to be used in large-scale fraud operations.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
Warmer, southerly winds will develop as the week goes on, raising temperatures into the twenties for most of us.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
The average cost of raising a child — something you would know best — costs anywhere from $15,000 to $30,000 a year.
From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026
A weakened gut barrier can allow inflammatory substances to leak into the bloodstream, potentially triggering long-term inflammation and raising the risk of heart disease and metabolic disorders.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
Theo is looking at me, he’s raising his eyebrows, silently asking what I want to do now.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
