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rise to

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verb

  1. (intr, preposition) to respond adequately to (the demands of something, esp a testing challenge)

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Much as “Romneycare” gave rise to the Affordable Care Act, WA Cares could finally catalyze a mandatory, universal long-term-care program at the federal level.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

He had no patience for what he didn’t like, but when he was in the presence of something he adored, he lavished his attention and could rise to his own level of greatness.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The Chinese lithium producer is targeting its lithium self-supply to rise to around 70% in 2026 before growing to more than 85% in the next two to three years, the analysts note.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

In other words they think he hasn't quite proved that he can "rise to the moment".

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Sarai had never let herself rise to his defense.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor

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