amp up

verb

1. to increase
2. to increase the power or force of (something)
3. to excite, arouse, or work up (a person, emotions, etc)

Example Sentences

There were at least 10 separate screens at the sports bar, a 270-degree panorama that in theory could also amp up my ad exposure tenfold, our American answer to the Roman forum.

From Slate

Most Californians can expect cooler temperatures for the next few days, though a midweek switch in weather patterns is forecast to amp up winds, increasing the risk for wildfire ignition and spread.

From Los Angeles Times

There were even threats of violence, forcing the theater to amp up security.

From Los Angeles Times

AMP Up brings together youth and industry professionals as mentors to work on paid internships, resume-writing, job interview tips, financial literacy and creative writing.

From Seattle Times

Businesses may be unlikely to rush into formally patrolling universities’ policies by adopting either of these theoretical maneuvers, but they might amp up the pressure in some other way through their informal preferences.

From New York Times