charge up
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Alternatively, a Waymo can return to an Austin operations depot managed by Uber to park, charge up, and get cleaned.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
The chipmakers themselves are regaining public confidence thanks to their ability to charge up the wazoo for their very valuable output.
From Slate ● Jul. 2, 2026
A California-based startup called Reflect Orbital says that reflecting sunshine on places during times of darkness could charge up solar panels, grow crops and replace urban lighting.
From Salon ● Apr. 4, 2026
As part of the BBC's investigation, the company involved - 24/7 Locksmiths UK - was secretly filmed trying to charge up to 10 times the original quote for the job.
From BBC ● Jan. 29, 2026
Rue says as we charge up the steps two at a time, desperate to avoid running into Nana Dee, who is visiting again.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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