raises (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈreɪzɪz/
Definition
To collect money or support for a cause or organization.
Examples
The bake sale aims to raise funds for new school equipment.
She is trying to raise awareness about climate change.
How to Use raises
- raise awareness about (collocation)
- To make more people know or understand something. — "The campaign is designed to raise awareness about the importance of recycling."
- raise funds for (collocation)
- To collect money for a specific purpose or cause. — "They are organizing a concert to raise funds for the local hospital."
- raise a question (collocation)
- To ask a question, often one that might be difficult or controversial. — "His comments raise a question about the company's financial stability."
- raise a child (collocation)
- To bring up a child, providing care, education, and support. — "It's a lot of work to raise a child on your own."
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