upped

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In the three weeks since the meeting, investors have upped bets that the Fed’s next move is more likely to be an increase rather than a cut.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

A little later, he upped his game considerably with “The Wailing,” which adds ghosts, demons, dead crows and an extremely literal title.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Both countries have upped defence spending, accelerated military modernisation and deepened ties with foreign defence partners since then.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

He upped his price target to $1,165, up from $940 and a new Street-high.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

They’ve upped his antidepressant, which doesn’t seem to make him any less depressed, but helps him to forget that he is.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman