increased

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The U.K. has increased visa fees and salary thresholds for skilled workers, aiming to give priority to professionals who provide an immediate fiscal benefit to the state.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Public transit has become a more favorable option for some — weekday commutes on the Metro increased by nearly 8% from January to May.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

The huge increased pressure on energy grids translates to higher utility bills, which puts additional strain on gas and coal plants, which of course jacks up toxic air pollution.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

For 2026, they increased their adjusted earnings per share forecasts for Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley by 5% and 2%, respectively.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

And as the cold increased, so did the special temptation of concentration-camp life: the temptation to think only of oneself.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom