Example Sentences

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Climbing inflation has boosted the raise that Social Security recipients are projected to receive next year, but it will come too late to help with the gas and grocery bills that are squeezing households today.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Climbing fuel prices add to the stress of seeking a potential mate and have resulted in more singles setting boundaries around how far they will go, literally, to find love.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Climbing into the wall seemed like a great idea.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Climbing stairs was linked to a 10% lower risk.

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

Climbing with oxygen for the first time in my life, I took a while to get used to it.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer