# raises

Pronunciation: say "RAYZ-iz" /ˈɹeɪzɪz/

## Verb

1. Third-person singular simple present indicative of raise. — third-person singular simple present indicative of raise
   - Simple: Third-person singular simple present of raise. Use this form with he, she, it, or one person or thing.
   - _The crane raises heavy steel beams to the top floor._
   - _Every new finding raises further questions about the model._

## Noun

2. Plural of raise. — plural of raise
   - Simple: Plural of raise. Use this when talking about more than one pay increase.
   - _Annual raises helped employees keep up with rising living costs._
   - _The union negotiated modest raises across every department._

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