RAMPS (UP) Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

ramps (up)

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present tense third-person singular of ramp (up)

as in jacks (up)

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Dyson is famous for its sleek and powerful devices, and the V8 steps up to the cleaning plate to keep proving its reputation right.

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026
Ramaphosa announced that soldiers would be deployed to support police in tackling gang violence, as the government steps up its fight against criminal syndicates.

— Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of steps up

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Printing circuits on curves One of the team’s systems mounts an aerosol jet printer on an articulated robotic arm.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026
With billions in ticking fees, breakup penalties and financing on the line, Paramount mounts a full-court PR and political pressure campaign.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of mounts

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Contributing to that very impressive range is the new cylindrical cell battery pack, which uses a cell-to-body approach that maximizes energy density, along with the aforementioned new sixth-gen motors.

— Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 30 Sep. 2026
An internal polymer maximizes energy transfer and dampens vibration – making shots feel soft and powerful, while soaring high and tight.

— Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of maximizes

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The 20% off everything Fall Design Event also includes brand favorites, such as the Baywood quilt, which features a hand-pick stitching pattern that enhances its tactile quality.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
The monitor's Black Equalizer feature ensures that even the darkest shadows are visible, and HDR10 enhances highlights for eye-popping color.

— George Yang, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of enhances

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This addresses a younger consumer and elevates Heinemann’s beauty offer with a strong local brand partner, which comes with its own selection highly dedicated to beauty subcategories.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
The idea that posits that a little bit of red in a room elevates otherwise boring compositions with an unexpected jolt of energy.

— Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026

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