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raises

  • plural
    of raise.
    raise
    verb (used with object)
    to move to a higher position; lift up; elevate.
  • present tense form
    of raise (3rd person singular).
    raise
    verb (used with object)
    to move to a higher position; lift up; elevate.

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Subpar defenses have plagued Lincoln Riley since his arrival at USC, and the Trojans’ performance against San José State raises the question of whether they are ready to compete among the elite.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026

That conclusion makes sense, but it raises a question that the Supreme Court may have to confront: Which state’s criminal code is the one that counts?

From Slate ● Aug. 28, 2026

UBS raises its target price 4.0% to 11.60 Australian dollars.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026

In “Travelin’ Thru,” Parton raises her voice to the heavens and declares, “When I’m born again, you’re gonna see a change in me.”

From Salon ● Aug. 28, 2026

She takes my hand, holding the glass, and raises it.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender