1
as in to heave
to lift with effort
dockworkers hoisted all 164 barrels of molasses out of the ship's hold when it arrived in port
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2
as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
hoisted the flag on the flagpole
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3
as in to sip
to swallow in liquid form
I have time to hoist a couple beers before heading home
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as in raising
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Recent Examples of hoist
Savannah Leigh Richardson, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 May 2025
As one hoist of the Larry O’Brien Trophy would reveal, misfit champions are still champions.
—James Boyd, New York Times, 21 June 2025
Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2025
In one of the most elaborate stunts of the night, the singers go airborne in individual light-up boxes that are hoisted up into the rafters to sing directly to those sitting in the upper balcony levels.
—Sonal Dutt, People.com, 4 July 2025
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Verb
There is a lot of golf left to play before the 2025 winner hoists the Wanamaker Trophy.
—Savannah Leigh Richardson, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 May 2025
As one hoist of the Larry O’Brien Trophy would reveal, misfit champions are still champions.
—James Boyd, New York Times, 21 June 2025
Noun
The victim, who was not identified, was injured in the popular Punch Bowls area roughly 10 miles east of Ojai and had to be hoisted more than 200 feet by helicopter and taken to a local hospital, authorities said.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2025
In one of the most elaborate stunts of the night, the singers go airborne in individual light-up boxes that are hoisted up into the rafters to sing directly to those sitting in the upper balcony levels.
—Sonal Dutt, People.com, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoist
Verb
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Shortstop Edmundo Sosa desperately heaved the ball home upon fielding the relay, but the throw was equal parts errant and late.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
9 July 2025
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Step inside – once the doors have heaved themselves open, which isn’t the work of a moment – and the cabin is pleasant enough but lacks the wow-factor of the exterior.—
Alistair Charlton,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Detroit Thermal is asking a judge to lift a temporary restraining order from doing work in Lafayette Park's Mies van der Rohe district to build an underground steam heat network.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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And Boatright delivered another electric ending for the Stars of Storrs, hitting the three to lift the team built around UConn alums to a 78-76 victory over the Green Mountain Men, mostly Vermont alums, in the second round of The Basketball Tournament (TBT) in Syracuse on Monday night.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
22 July 2025
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The finish is medium length, with lingering notes of nutmeg and soft rye spices—an excellent rye for cocktails or sipping neat.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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While sipping interest in bourbon, scotch and other spirits, neat or over ice, has long been common practice in the States, tequila’s popularity has more often centered around shots or cocktails.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 July 2025
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In addition to the money raised, the event boosted awareness of global poverty and hunger.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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This includes: People with diabetes should be aware that prune juice can raise blood sugar levels.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
15 July 2025
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More Americans now use cannabis daily than drink alcohol every day.1 Public attitudes toward cannabis have shifted dramatically over the past decade, with some perceiving cannabis to be safer than alcohol.—
Fran Kritz,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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Some factors can make drowning more likely, including not knowing how to swim, a lack of close supervision, not wearing a life jacket and drinking alcohol while recreating near or in water.—
Don Sweeney
July 14,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Flights shows visible flames coming from the plane’s left engine soon after takeoff.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
21 July 2025
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While most people get to the airport at least an hour before their flight is scheduled for takeoff, sometimes delays happen.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 July 2025
Verb
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Mindful Coffee Or Tea Break Instead of gulping your drink while answering emails, try this: Hold the cup, feel its warmth, smell the aroma and enjoy the first sip.—
Bronwen Sciortino,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Read More: When to Go to the Emergency Room vs. Urgent Care Keeping your head above water can help reduce the likelihood of gulping down germs.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
23 May 2025
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Past stage shows by Ross have included levitation, shadow box, fire spiker and double saw magic acts as well as interactive audience participation segments.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
7 July 2025
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Witnesses reported levitation, unearthly voices, and supernatural strength.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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“Hoist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoist. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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