boost
verb (used with object)
to lift or raise by pushing from behind or below.
boosts
Example Sentences
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But it could be due to the fact that massage reduces muscle stiffness, improves circulation and boosts relaxation.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026
It may be appropriate for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates once more this year, according to New York Fed President John Williams, but he left open the possibility of further boosts in 2027.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
Fastly rises after Oppenheimer upgrades shares to Outperform, citing anticipated revenue boosts from AI agent traffic and Grand Theft Auto VI.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
That is because higher productivity boosts expected investment returns, increasing demand for borrowed funds, which can drive interest rates higher.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
“What happens to her when Mr. Curtain boosts the power all the way? She’s already hearing voices, you know!”
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
