rachet up

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Verb rachet up has 1 sense

ratchet, rachet up, ratchet down - move by degrees in one direction only; "a ratcheting lopping tool"
--₁ is one way to advance, progress, pass on, move on, march on, go on
Sample sentence:
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Rachet Up

Definition:

Verb - To increase or intensify something gradually and consistently.

Sense 1:

Usage: Popular

Description: When something is gradually increased or intensified, typically in a controlled or measurable manner.

Example sentence: The company decided to rachet up its advertising budget to reach a wider audience.

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Sense 2:

Usage: Local

Description: In some regions, "rachet up" is used colloquially to mean aggravating or making a situation worse.

Example sentence: Their constant bickering just continues to rachet up the tension in the household.

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