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as in climb
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as in trek
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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
with a determined look, he hiked his trousers up and buckled down to work
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Recent Examples of hike
Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
But American families could feel extra sweat this summer as sweeping tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump causes price hikes for groceries, new clothes, toys, bikes, strollers and more.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
Brooke Baitinger, Sacramento Bee, 24 Mar. 2025
To help pay for the proposal, Parker has called for hiking the city's realty transfer tax to 3.578% from 3.278%.
—Mike D'onofrio, Axios, 24 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hike
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The location is family-friendly, with games and hikes geared toward younger campers.
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The teens got lost while hiking in a state park March 22, Douglas County Search and Rescue said on Facebook.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for hike
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The mayor was facing a steep climb in a crowded field of Democrats.—
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The president is sure to take notice as his party braces for an uphill climb in its effort to retain its House majority next year.—
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Ado is also about to kick off an unprecedented tour that will take her to 33 cities around the world and draw over 500,000 fans, the biggest global trek by a Japanese artist ever.—
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Nearby trails for hikers include the trek to Kootenai Falls and Swinging Bridge.—
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Spend an afternoon strolling around downtown’s Market Square and enjoying the ample greenspace at World’s Fair Park.—
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Bravo’s comments about Woodley come after the pair were first spotted strolling in Paris together last month.—
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The Trump administration’s Supreme Court emergency appeal comes after a three-judge panel on the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals declined to lift Joun’s ruling.—
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He’s made a conscious effort to lift the ball more, and he’s continued to walk as he’s climbed the system.—
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While inflation has cooled considerably from its peak above 9% in June 2022, the Federal Reserve wants to drive the annual rate of price increases to 2%, a goal that remains elusive.—
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The current model of two sites rather than four, like in the men’s NCAA Tournament, reduces overhead costs, and the increase in gate revenue is an additional boon.—
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By offering reliable information and storytelling, Broadway Collection helps travelers plan their trips effectively.—
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In one example highlighted in the complaint, a smuggling suspect arrested in early September told investigators about three successful smuggling trips made in late August.—
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In Kentucky, a 9-year-old boy was swept away by floodwaters while walking to his school bus stop in Franklin County on Friday, police said.—
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Trailing 2-0, the Mets’ first two hitters reached base against left-handed reliever Brendon Little when Lindor walked and Juan Soto singled.—
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At the same time, these updates raise questions about the Oscars broadcast itself.—
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The incident with Lauren had understandably raised questions on whether Weezer’s set would still happen.—
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“Hike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hike. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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