Word Image
plural: raises
Part Of Speech
noun, verb
Word Meaning
noun: an increase in the amount of a bet, bid, or pay
verb: to cause to rise; to look after the growth and development of, grow; to increase the strength of; to make light and airy
Word Family
raised
raising
raiser
fundraise
rise
rose
Sentences
Raise your hand if you know the answer.
I just got my first raise with the company.
We sat and watched the sun rise up over the horizon.
Let’s raise the windows and get some fresh air in here.
They raised the flag every morning at school.
The group wants to organize a fundraiser for the cause.
The color in her cheeks rose as she blushed.
We decided to raise chickens and goats on our farm.
Your parents have raised you to be polite and kind.
The dough rises in about 12 hours and then we can bake it into a bread loaf.
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