Raise
/reɪz/
Definitions
- (v.) To formally present or bring up a matter for consideration, especially in legal or legislative contexts.
The attorney raised the issue of jurisdiction during the hearing.
- (v.) To increase the amount, level, or value of something, such as wages or standards.
The company decided to raise the employee salaries.
Forms
- raises
- raised
- raising
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'raise' often precedes 'an issue' or 'an objection' and implies formal introduction rather than casual mention.
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