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ante

[an-tee] / ˈæn ti /
NOUN
wager
Synonyms


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In essence, the neighboring sale upped the ante as far as Behar’s listing is concerned—and also encouraged her agents to start thinking about other ways they could prove the home’s potential to prospective buyers.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

“We are not anticipating a restoration of the status quo ante on growth, employment, inflation, oil prices or gasoline prices given the dynamics of the conflict at this time,” he adds.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Every day, there could be new ads upping the ante until one of them leaves the Golden State.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

On Wednesday, following the Fed’s rate announcement, Powell upped the ante.

From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026

As their demands increased, upping the ante, so to speak, Bloom’s temper threatened to flare.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols




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