rise above
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That record is blemished by his removal from an assignment based on his Francis-like tendencies, which may have had a hand in his failure to rise above the lowest of the U.S.
From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026
Plants with steeper, more upright leaves were able to rise above neighboring plants during early growth stages, capturing more sunlight while shading out competitors below.
From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026
Plaid Cymru has also called for broader direct support for households when bills rise above the current price cap.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Patrick De Haan, GasBuddy’s head of petroleum analysis, warned on Sunday that he expected average gasoline pump prices to rise above $4 a gallon in less than 48 hours.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
I’ll stand on the blocks hidden in the toes of my satin ballet slippers, pink ribbons sewn into my calves, and rise above up in the air: magical.
From "Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson
