ratchet
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And using stored energy from both renewable and nonrenewable sources to meet high demand saves the expense and environmental impact of burning fossil fuels to ratchet up production.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
“If the Fed raises rates, I would expect some of the high, top-tier rates will ratchet up,” he said.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 14, 2026
General contractor Enrique Valdez of Azteca 111 Builder Inc. was tasked with cutting the ratchet straps securing Pinky, seemingly putting an end to the bird’s reign.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2026
There is also the issue of what's known as the "golden ratchet" in royal finances, which in effect means that the Sovereign Grant can go up, but not go down.
From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2026
Each wheel is attached to a ratchet system.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
The CIA chief also pressed the Russians not to maintain economic or security ties with Iran, as the administration ratchets up its sanctions campaign against Tehran.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
Richard is fully prepared for the World Cup: he has a passion for England memorabilia, including a scarf touched by King Charles, and a collection of hats, ratchets and horns.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
This ratchets up complaints about spoilers: Adams had to be driven from the race first.
From Salon ● Nov. 2, 2025
The IMO’s proposal would require shipowners to use lower-carbon alternatives to conventional shipping fuel or pay a fee that ratchets up over time.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2025
It ratchets up the difficulty level of keeping all these feelings in check.
From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone
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