as in ascendant
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as in gliding
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as in rising
to move or extend upward
the Eiffel Tower soaring into the skies above Paris
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as in flying
to move through the air with or as if with outstretched wings
bats soaring and swooping through the night air
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as in increasing
to rise abruptly and rapidly
gas prices soared overnight because of the shortage
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Recent Examples of soaring
Vulture Staff, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2022
Research has shown that heat domes, areas of high atmospheric pressure that send the mercury soaring, have become stronger in recent decades.
—Tom Yulsman, Discover Magazine, 14 July 2018
For this winter, any increase in China’s energy consumption—even a cold winter that sends demand soaring—is unlikely to hurt Europe much, given that the continent’s natural gas reserves are already at more than 90% capacity.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2022
The war in Ukraine sent the spot price soaring, leading to the current crunch.
—Emily Rauhala, Anchorage Daily News, 9 Oct. 2022
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Noun
Like the best ballads, its beauty lies in its simplicity: It is carried entirely by the sound of piano keys and the soaring, yet always controlled, lilt of McVie’s voice.
—Vulture Staff, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2022
Research has shown that heat domes, areas of high atmospheric pressure that send the mercury soaring, have become stronger in recent decades.
—Tom Yulsman, Discover Magazine, 14 July 2018
For this winter, any increase in China’s energy consumption—even a cold winter that sends demand soaring—is unlikely to hurt Europe much, given that the continent’s natural gas reserves are already at more than 90% capacity.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2022
The war in Ukraine sent the spot price soaring, leading to the current crunch.
—Emily Rauhala, Anchorage Daily News, 9 Oct. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soaring
Adjective
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Then as now, technology was ascendant and suspicions ran high.Ginia Bellafante, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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This response probably isn’t an aberration, but instead is ascendant.Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The lawsuits highlight the rising cost of insulin, a life-sustaining drug for millions of Americans with diabetes.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Given rising economic uncertainty, insurers must increase investments in advanced predictive modeling and AI technologies to enhance risk assessment and pricing accuracy.Mindy Lubber, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Made to the same exacting standards as its French sibling, there are now over 100 wineries - and to house discerning Milanese - an increasing number of hotels.Sarah Turner, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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An increasing number of large and mid-size firms are reporting on their sustainability initiatives.Aliza Knox, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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The deal done at the dawn of an expected recession reflects both the declining fortunes of many conventional shopping centers and the potential for growth in an economically ascending part of the city.Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2020
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An ascending team that will play with more leads, Garrett, Ward & Co. should have more opportunities to record sacks and interceptions, respectively. 14.Kevin Hanson, SI.com, 2 Aug. 2019
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Despite the restructuring on Friday, Watson still carries a $72.9 million salary cap hit for the 2025 and 2026 season (the second highest ever in the NFL), ballooning from his current hit of $27.9 million this season.Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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Hot air ballooning over Akagera gives visitors the unforgettable opportunity to get a bird’s-eye view of the African Savannah.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Bitcoin has rebounded to over $100,000 after a lull during the holiday period, climbing along with stock markets.Billy Bambrough, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Every child should know the awe of watching the sun rise over a pristine lake, the challenge of climbing a rugged trail, and the quiet of a night sky untouched by city lights.Alex Stout, Baltimore Sun, 5 Jan. 2025
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Gone are the days when connecting with others meant hovering awkwardly around a plate of sweating cheese cubes, or trying to fit your whole name on a too-small name tag.Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Countless people have reported mysterious hovering objects dotting the night skies and posted blurred images — a white light, a black background — on social media.Michael Wilson, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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Three restaurants, including one with a 5,000-bottle wine cellar, as well as a sushi and ceviche spot, set the bar high for foodies.Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2025
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And there was precedent for it at the high levels of sport—at the Tokyo Olympics, in 2021, two high jumpers had decided to share the gold medal and were praised for it.Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Soaring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soaring. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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