to raise
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3.2
- verb
- /reɪz/
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- Ladies and gentlemen, let's raise our glasses to the bride and groom.
- raise questions
- raise an issue
- raise concerns
But then that raises a problem for us.
- But then that raises a problem for us.
- But there's others that we can raise as well and discuss.
- And the Empress does in fact raise an important point.
- And that I think also raises some really troubling questions.
- Which sort of raises the question, why?
- But it doesn't address a key objection raised by economist Russ Roberts.
- And the kinds of broader movements that raise those questions have disappeared.
- citizens who are affected, so it doesn't raise some of the questions.
- Where don't I raise my voice that I might like to?
Examples
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The activist plans to raise awareness about climate change through community events and educational programs.
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Additionally, students with wealthier parents often raise funds by asking their own families to contribute.
Academic text (2013) -
So just speak up, raise your hand, get my attention.
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Raise your hand, raise it high, my friends.
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Everyone raise your hands, raise both hands because it's that bad.
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I think all of this raises a number of questions.
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But then that raises a problem for us.
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Stressing the importance of these initiatives will raise awareness of the importance of water conservation among growers.
Academic text (2015) -
During the meeting, she decided to raise the issue of employee benefits to ensure everyone was aware of the changes.
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He always tries to raise his concerns about safety whenever new regulations are discussed.
Synonyms
788
2.6
To mention a subject for discussion
115
3.7
Cause a reaction or feeling
71
4.8
To bring a memory, image, or feeling to mind
62
4.8
To cause strong feeling or excitement in someone
57
4.1
Cause a feeling or strong reaction in people
49
3.5
Make something happen
43
2.0
Talk more loudly so people can hear you
40
5.3
To get an answer or other reaction from someone by asking
23
3.2
To make someone feel happier and more hopeful
9
4.1
To mention something for discussion in a meeting or court
8
3.7
To make your voice louder or shout
5
6.5
To cause a strong feeling or interest to begin
1
9.2
To make someone feel a strong emotion
Antonyms
Idioms
5
4.2
Make people feel surprised, shocked, or disapproving because something is unusual
- Informal
Expect to get something that is very unlikely, for example more pay
Phrasal Verbs
How Noticeable
Surface Forms
Etymology
Raise keeps the basic idea of 'bringing up', so to raise an issue or feeling is to bring it up into talk or action.