RAMPS (UP) Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

ramps (up)

verb

present tense third-person singular of ramp (up)

as in jacks (up)

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This year, Macy’s stages its 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade, and also steps up its Mission Every One charitable initiative supporting Ronald McDonald House, Blue Star Families and Foster Love.

— David Moin, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
If no one steps up, the loudest voices fill the gap, allowing fear to become the organizing principle.

— Bob Pearson, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 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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The shoe is engineered to perform from 5Ks to marathons, with a design that minimizes weight and maximizes responsiveness, as well as delivering on comfort.

— Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026
According to Hanwha Power, this arrangement improves space efficiency, maximizes cargo capacity, and optimizes overall vessel performance.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of maximizes

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Advance also introduces new dark, rich indigo shades with a white core, which enhances chip effects for dynamic highs and lows after the wash.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026
Its Digital Strategy, launched in 2023, aims to digitalise all aspects of life in the emirate and establish a system that enhances the digital economy.

— Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of enhances

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That production is the wrinkle that elevates Seventhirty’s lyrics from modern dating podcast material to pure melodrama.

— Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 21 Oct. 2026
Alongside the mainline collection, a premium NY block pack elevates an archival jogging suit from the ‘80s for the contemporary moment.

— Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026

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