Dramatic increase in price Crossword Clue

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Dramatic increase in price Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
2. a sudden and decisive increase
(verb)
1. cause to jump or leap
2. pass abruptly from one state or topic to another

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DRAMATIC (adjective)
1. sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
2. suitable to or characteristic of drama
PRICE (noun)
1. value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something
2. the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)
PRICE (verb)
1. ascertain or learn the price of
2. determine the price of

Hint 3: Anagram

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PALE

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