Meaning & use

soar

verb·Academic

To fly or rise high into the air smoothly, or to increase rapidly in level or amount.

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The eagle soared above the canyon, barely moving its wings as it circled.

Housing prices soared in the city after demand outpaced the available supply.

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Frequently used figuratively for costs, hopes, or spirits rising sharply, not only for literal flight.

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