raise
verb (used with object)
to move to a higher position; lift up; elevate.
has raised
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present perfectof raise (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The findings also help bring together recent research that has raised doubts about how important haplodiploidy really is to the evolution of complex insect societies.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 15, 2026
Livestream gaming giant Twitch has raised hackles among its millions of users after declaring it will share their data with its parent company Amazon, to better train the online retailer's AI models.
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
The California Lottery has raised more than $1.1 billion for public schools in unclaimed prizes since 1985 when tickets first went on sale.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
SOS has doubts about the proposed investment and has raised a number of concerns.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
She shouts something now—the first time she has raised her voice—and strides backward.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
