Meaning of the word "up the ante" in English

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up the ante

US /ʌp ðɪ ˈænti/
UK /ʌp ðɪ ˈænti/
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Idiom

1.

to increase the demands, risks, or stakes in a situation

Example:
The company decided to up the ante by offering a higher salary to attract top talent.
The politician tried to up the ante by making even bolder promises.
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