rise above
Example Sentences
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For the last half-century, public approval of Congress has consistently been low; with the exception of a few spikes in approval, such as after 9/11, congressional approval ratings rarely rise above the teens.
From Salon • May 18, 2026
If the value doesn’t rise above the hurdle rate, the assets return to the grantor’s estate and the trust is dissolved.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
On Tuesday, the stock was able to rise above the lower border but remained within the resistance zone.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
The comments come as some economists forecast that inflation will rise above 5.0% in coming months and money market traders price in at least another two interest rate increases this year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
Millions of people around the world had fallen in love with this musical, but I squirmed in my seat, trying to rise above the inexplicable torment I felt every time the melody repeated.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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