increase
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Example Sentences
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That’s a solid $10 billion improvement from late January and suggests companies have been able to improve margins and increase efficiencies despite soaring oil and energy prices and a retrenchment in consumer sentiment.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
The impact of the increase, however, will be limited because of the blockade of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
The increase in natural pain-relief chemicals also points to potential applications for managing chronic pain.
From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026
Shares of health insurers rallied in premarket trading on Tuesday after the government improved the initial Medicare Advantage rate increase for next year.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026
The rain continues to increase, falling heavily as she continues.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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