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Today's word is boost.
As defined by Merriam-Webster:
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boost

Choose the Right Synonym for boost

Verb

lift, raise, rear, elevate, hoist, heave, boost mean to move from a lower to a higher place or position.

lift usually implies exerting effort to overcome resistance of weight. lift the chair while I vacuum

raise carries a stronger implication of bringing up to the vertical or to a high position. scouts raising a flagpole

rear may add an element of suddenness to raise. suddenly reared itself up on its hind legs

elevate may replace lift or raise especially when exalting or enhancing is implied. elevated the taste of the public

hoist implies lifting something heavy especially by mechanical means. hoisted the cargo on board

heave implies lifting and throwing with great effort or strain. heaved the heavy crate inside

boost suggests assisting to climb or advance by a push. boosted his brother over the fence

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