inflate
Example Sentences
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That aims to support households through energy subsidies, even at the risk of inflating Japan's gargantuan national debt, which is expected to exceed 230 percent of GDP in the fiscal year 2025-26.
From Barron's
Meanwhile, Gordon sued FAT Brands in December, alleging that the company inflated its financial position by accounting for short-term financing transactions as cash on its balance sheet, hiding them from investors.
She’s puffing so hard her cheeks are red and inflated.
From Literature
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Besides, the U.S. lacks transparent pricing data given the maze of hidden rebates and discounts, and these rebate systems could be exported to other countries to inflate reported launch prices abroad, he said.
This will keep prices under control and avoid inflating asset prices.
From Barron's
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