boost
verb (used with object)
to lift or raise by pushing from behind or below.
were boosting
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past progressiveof boost.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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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
The police were boosting collaboration with fuel retailers and cost recovery agencies to help identify patterns and target repeat offenders, Supt Maslen added.
From BBC ● Apr. 20, 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
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
