Jack up and Push

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Jack up verb - To move from a lower to a higher place or position.

Usage example: local restaurants jacked up their prices for the summer tourist season

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Push is an antonym for jack up.

Push verb - To apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one.

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Jack up is an antonym for push.

Nearby Words: pushed, pushy, pushover, pushing, pusher

Now, jack up the prices of gas/petrol sky high, then you'll see a stronger push for alternative fuels and vehicles that can utilize them.

Source: Post Peak Oil

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