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were boosting

  • past progressive of boost.

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Software stocks have been struggling for months due to fears of artificial-intelligence disruption, but Snowflake’s better-than-expected results were boosting the sector ahead of the opening bell.

From Barron's May 28, 2026

As earnings season ramps up, traders hope it reflects the tailwinds that were boosting the economy before the Middle East conflict erupted.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 13, 2026

He cited a rise to the legal minimum wage, announced at October's Budget, as an example of how ministers were boosting living standards.

From BBC Dec. 19, 2024

Originally, his posts were replies to other users who were boosting the conspiracy theory, and those posts remain live.

From Washington Times Nov. 29, 2023

The two brave sailors who had jumped into the water after him were boosting him up the net.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys