as in to shoot (up)
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Penix broke out in his junior season (5th year of college), throwing for 4,641 yards, 31 touchdowns, and just eight interceptions.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
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Espinal broke out as a fan favorite throughout her time on the show, also catching the attention of brands.—
Erin Clements,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Sales rose 7% in the second quarter compared with Q2 2024 and 12% in 2025’s first half.—
Jackie Charniga,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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Those are the three names president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski mentioned as rising to the occasion in the bullpen when asked earlier on Monday.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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“Bob (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bob%20%28up%29. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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