as in to rise (to)
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The commissioners almost always vote unanimously on agenda items at public meetings, from utility rates to approving new transmission lines.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025 -
Newsweek's tracker currently shows Trump's net approval rating at minus 9 points, with 44 percent approving and 53 percent disapproving.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Thune did endorse more oversight of the Fed’s renovations.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
22 July 2025
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Biden ultimately dropped out and endorsed his vice president, Kamala Harris, as the Democratic nominee less than four weeks later on July 21, 2024.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
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Though flats are not her favorite shoe silhouette, Dr. Hubbard highly recommends these Vionic ballet flats for their rare blend of style and support.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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Though the shooter pleaded guilty to murdering Gina – whom her father fondly remembers for her smile, her personality and her desire to help others – and 16 students and staff, the jury did not unanimously recommend the death penalty, resulting in a sentence of life without parole.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN Money,
20 July 2025
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Scott commended the efforts of bystanders, many of whom stepped in to help injured strangers.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
20 July 2025
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In commending the souls of the deceased to the loving mercy of Almighty God, the Holy Father prays for the consolation of those who grieve and for the recovery of the injured.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 July 2025
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As an aside, some people favor the LCSH and some do not.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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Lawrence has long favored the label’s luxe-feeling, relaxed pants in a litany of colors.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
18 July 2025
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“Root (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/root%20%28for%29. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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