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as in increases
to make greater in size, amount, or number
a promotion that boosted the number of interested customers milling about the showroom
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as in enhances
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
recommended eating foods that boost the body's immunity to disease
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as in lifts
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
boosted the box onto the top shelf
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as in promotes
to provide publicity for
boosted the singer's latest release with a round of appearances on all the talk and entertainment shows
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as in steals
slang
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
the woman was nabbed trying to boost a couple of bottles of perfume
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as in supports
an act or instance of helping
she always liked to give struggling families in the neighborhood a boost
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as in raises
something added (as by growth)
a sudden boost in sales
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as in incentives
something that arouses action or activity
according to the President, a tax cut is just the boost that the economy needs
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Recent Examples of boosts
Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Environmental health researchers increasingly recommend that people use HEPA air purifiers in their homes to lower their exposure to particulate matter, but few studies have examined whether using them boosts mental function.
—Doug Brugge, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier, boosts hydration, and regulates oil production.
—Claire West, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Clemson’s Adam Randall has impressive size (6-2, 235 pounds) and is a converted receiver whose pass-catching prowess boosts his value.
—Omar Kelly
april 20, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
The bill separately boosts security, funding for border security and technology, and requires the use of E-Verify, a system to verify immigration status in employment.
—Emily Brooks, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2026
Okta could have room to run as a potential rise in agentic artificial intelligence boosts business for the security software firm, according to Raymond James.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
My last essay explained how higher productivity rates lead to higher economic growth rates and speculated on how the productivity boosts from AI might play out.
—Big Think, 14 Apr. 2026
Potassium helps plants conserve water and boosts protein content.
—Aya S. Chacar, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Tech giants announced major revenue boosts this month, but the outlays have pushed up AI costs.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Veneers work best for cosmetic improvements and aesthetic boosts.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
The factors that have helped consumers keep their heads above water in the face of tariff price rises and oil inflation, to name a few—such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and tax refunds—aren’t frequent boosts to spending.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
The rankings also accounted for humidity comfort and gave boosts to stretches of road that experience less than five muggy days.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026
Excluding the Olympics and Super Bowl – which provided significant boosts to advertising sales – revenue for the unit was up about 13%.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
The paper also reported that several other automakers have seen similar boosts in EV sales in recent months.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Then, just start making your trades to put your profit boosts to work and unlock your bonuses.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
In fact, someone older might give you advice that ultimately boosts your income or helps you in a practical or financial way.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Environmental health researchers increasingly recommend that people use HEPA air purifiers in their homes to lower their exposure to particulate matter, but few studies have examined whether using them boosts mental function.
—Doug Brugge, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier, boosts hydration, and regulates oil production.
—Claire West, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Clemson’s Adam Randall has impressive size (6-2, 235 pounds) and is a converted receiver whose pass-catching prowess boosts his value.
—Omar Kelly
april 20, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
The bill separately boosts security, funding for border security and technology, and requires the use of E-Verify, a system to verify immigration status in employment.
—Emily Brooks, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2026
Okta could have room to run as a potential rise in agentic artificial intelligence boosts business for the security software firm, according to Raymond James.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
My last essay explained how higher productivity rates lead to higher economic growth rates and speculated on how the productivity boosts from AI might play out.
—Big Think, 14 Apr. 2026
Potassium helps plants conserve water and boosts protein content.
—Aya S. Chacar, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
Inflation hit hard in recent years, while prompting employee groups, especially in urban areas, to fight for wage boosts to keep pace.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Tech giants announced major revenue boosts this month, but the outlays have pushed up AI costs.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Veneers work best for cosmetic improvements and aesthetic boosts.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
The factors that have helped consumers keep their heads above water in the face of tariff price rises and oil inflation, to name a few—such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and tax refunds—aren’t frequent boosts to spending.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
The rankings also accounted for humidity comfort and gave boosts to stretches of road that experience less than five muggy days.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026
Excluding the Olympics and Super Bowl – which provided significant boosts to advertising sales – revenue for the unit was up about 13%.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
The paper also reported that several other automakers have seen similar boosts in EV sales in recent months.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Then, just start making your trades to put your profit boosts to work and unlock your bonuses.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boosts
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That has rarely been an indicator of who hoists the Cup at the end of four rounds.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Head coach Dusty May of the Michigan Wolverines hoists the trophy after defeating the UConn Huskies 69-63 in the national championship of the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium on April 6, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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This greatly increases the surface area available for electrochemical reactions and enables faster charging and discharging while maintaining high power density in an extremely small footprint.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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Across the spectrum, increases to bonus payouts ranged from 6% to 43%, with a median of 13%, and an average increase of 12%.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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This investment expands the production of the Bushmaster, supports jobs, boosts sovereign capacity and enhances Australian manufacturing capabilities, standing ready to efficiently meet international demand.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Pro hairstylist Ryan Richman previously described this Briogeo cream as a lightweight, silicone-free heat-protectant cream that minimizes frizz, smooths hair, enhances shine, and protects against heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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Yet unlike physical fog that eventually lifts, The Fog keeps data opaque at all times—even as computation happens.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Apr. 2026
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The first half of May stays relatively busy, but the pressure gradually lifts.—
Steph Koyfman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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School gardening also promotes an increase in vegetable consumption.—
Shelley Mitchell,
The Conversation,
23 Apr. 2026
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Heat Dairy and non-dairy yogurts are made through a fermentation process that promotes the growth of certain beneficial bacterial strains.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
23 Apr. 2026
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Henson, who does a lot with a character that doesn’t monopolize the spotlight, touches little Zonia’s hair or steals a subtle glance at her now and then.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Pledge is meaningless if the president of the United States lies to us, divides us, bullies us and steals from us.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
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As a result, educators are leaving the profession, classrooms are overcrowded, and mental health counselors and other critical supports are disappearing.—
Kevin Vick,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Disney Scoop Guy posted a video to Instagram on Thursday, April 23 from the Anaheim theme park that shows an A-frame roof and vertical supports popping up above construction walls just east of Edelweiss Snacks.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
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In response, Baltimore City officials created programs to boost affordable housing in various ways, including incentives to transform vacant homes.—
Lily Carey,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2026
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Some content creators are compensated, and this also creates problematic incentives in the system.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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