ratcheted

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Verb ratchet has 1 sense

ratchet, rachet up, ratchet down - move by degrees in one direction only; "a ratcheting lopping tool"
--₁ is one way to advance, progress, pass on, move on, march on, go on

Derived form: noun ratchet₁
Sample sentence:
Something is ----ing PP

Definitions from the Web

Ratcheted

Description:

The term "ratcheted" is a past participle form of the verb "ratchet." It refers to the process of progressively increasing or tightening something in small increments or steps. It can also be used to describe a situation that is intensifying or escalating gradually.

Sample Sentences:

The mechanic ratcheted the bolt tightly to ensure it wouldn't loosen.
The tension in the room ratcheted up as the deadline approached.
She ratcheted up her efforts to improve her performance.

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