as in to achieve
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
touted the many diplomatic triumphs that the president supposedly rang up in his first term
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Recent Examples of ring (up)
Paulina Cachero, Bloomberg, 13 Apr. 2026
Apple delivered the goods in its holiday quarter, ringing up billions more than expected in global iPhone sales and in its China business, while beefing up its already impressive profit margins and boasting more than 2.5 billion active Apple devices worldwide.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, all California stores saw their cash registers ring up 6% more sales.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 12 Dec. 2025
The ones who serve the coffee, clean the office buildings, drive the Ubers, ring up the customers and work more than one job to care for their families.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 23 Nov. 2025
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Now they’re left working jobs that high schoolers could land—ringing up customers at clothing stores, pulling espresso shots at coffee shops and nannying to make ends meet.
—Paulina Cachero, Bloomberg, 13 Apr. 2026
Apple delivered the goods in its holiday quarter, ringing up billions more than expected in global iPhone sales and in its China business, while beefing up its already impressive profit margins and boasting more than 2.5 billion active Apple devices worldwide.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, all California stores saw their cash registers ring up 6% more sales.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 12 Dec. 2025
The ones who serve the coffee, clean the office buildings, drive the Ubers, ring up the customers and work more than one job to care for their families.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 23 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ring (up)
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Allegiant’s plan includes ramping up service during peak travel periods, like in the summer or over spring break, and then dialing that back on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in lower-demand weeks, selling more seats to customers at times when the airline could have more pricing power, Anderson said.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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While most major tests are really about being dialed with those 150-200-yard shots, Aronimink is kind of the opposite.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Daily specials are also worth checking out; the Saturday Cumbria Cowboy steak for two and the Sunday lasagna (with fennel sausage ragu) have both achieved cult-classic status in the neighborhood.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Vogue consulted with masterful artists such as Tasha Reiko Brown, Amy Komorowski, Emma Day, and Aika Danica Flores to get their tricks for achieving low-key, everyday makeup looks that are undetectable to even the most trained of eyes.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
22 May 2026
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The Angels are on track to miss the postseason for a 12th consecutive season, prompting restless fans to call for new owners who will invest in building a team capable of reaching the playoffs.—
Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2026
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Stephanie also started making special allergy-friendly recipes that Logan could eat on special occasions, which evolved into a business called Rare Treats Baking Company, which helps other families dealing with food allergies and eosinophilic disorders.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic nomination for governor on Tuesday, stunning the field by avoiding the runoff her rivals had hoped would expose lingering doubts about her ability to win in November.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
20 May 2026
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Occupying four townhouses, its two-year refurbishment by award-winning architects Holland Harvey and interior designers Studio Est and Studio Mica has created something warm and true to its heritage yet modern, nature-focused and committed to social impact.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Waymo states that these sensors are necessary to attain high levels of safety.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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Meanwhile, looksmaxxers with an especially large following of hundreds of thousands of people on social media platforms like TikTok and Kick have attained pop-culture status.—
Jordyn Tovey,
The Conversation,
22 May 2026
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As Major League Baseball’s Rays make their latest fitful pursuit to build a new Tampa Bay home, an Orlando group is feverishly working to develop a fanbase, win political support, and perhaps gain a chunk of tourism dollars for a ballpark in the event opportunity comes its way.—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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For me, a rematch only gains real momentum if Verhoeven proves Saturday wasn't a one-off by beating a legitimate contender first.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Utility man Santiago Espinal, whom the Dodgers claimed on waivers and broke out in spring training, was designated for assignment to make room on the roster.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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The building's neoclassical bones are intact, but Kimpton has brought in its signature whimsy, making a hotel that feels both historic and contemporary.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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“Ring (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ring%20%28up%29. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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