amp up
Britishverb
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to increase
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to increase the power or force of (something)
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to excite, arouse, or work up (a person, emotions, etc)
Example Sentences
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To amp up tax-loss harvesting, consider a tax-optimized separately managed account.
From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026
You can also try muddling in fresh basil or citrus peel to amp up the mocktail’s bitterness.
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026
Ayton pointed out how Hayes thrives when he’s throwing down thunderous dunks that amp up the crowd or making second-effort plays that magnify the athletic 7-footer’s true talents.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025
This leverage can amp up bullish bets while markets are rising, but it can quickly sour during moments of turmoil, forcing investors to dump holdings to satisfy lenders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 22, 2025
"You want to amp up the American presence in the north and its control over those northern reaches," Williams said.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2025
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