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as in to raise
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
I needed help lifting the heavy globe back up to the top shelf
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2
as in to rise
to move or extend upward
once the sun started to cut through the morning fog, the colorful hot-air balloons began to lift off from the field
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as in to steal
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
she turned her back for just a moment, and somebody lifted her purse
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as in assist
an act or instance of helping
the company's senior vice president gave his son a much-needed lift up the corporate ladder
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as in ride
a means of getting to a destination in a vehicle driven by another
I'll need a lift to work while my car is in the shop
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Recent Examples of lift
Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Apr. 2025
The marathon address was credited with helping lift Democratic spirits after the party has spent months reeling from Trump’s victory in the November election.
—Tara Suter, The Hill, 15 Apr. 2025
Brett Knight, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
In Manila, some candidates for the Senate who are aligned with Mr. Duterte appeared to be getting a slight lift in the polls, political analysts say.
—Aie Balagtas See, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Inside Blue Origin's New Shepard capsule, Aisha Bowe strapped in alongside her five crewmates for a quick, 10.5-minute suborbital ride to space and back.
New Shepard's rocket lifted off with the sextet on Monday at 9:30 a.m. EDT (1330 GMT) from Blue Origin's Launch Site One in West Texas.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Apr. 2025
The marathon address was credited with helping lift Democratic spirits after the party has spent months reeling from Trump’s victory in the November election.
—Tara Suter, The Hill, 15 Apr. 2025
Noun
That financial reality is at least starting to improve, however, as more marketing opportunities pop up and the NHL posts revenue records, giving the salary cap a lift.
—Brett Knight, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
In Manila, some candidates for the Senate who are aligned with Mr. Duterte appeared to be getting a slight lift in the polls, political analysts say.
—Aie Balagtas See, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
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At the same time, these updates raise questions about the Oscars broadcast itself.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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There’s also a charity component, with the team raising funds for local students involved in fish restoration efforts.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Today’s offal movement is, in part, an offshoot of the carnivore diet—a meat-heavy approach to eating that, despite copious warnings from nutritionists, rose to prominence online beginning around 2018.—
Valerie Trapp,
The Atlantic,
17 Apr. 2025
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Shortly after, Wood posted to her story again, this time sharing an April 2022 post from trans British artist Travis Alabanza that highlighted the attention put on trans people rather than other issues, such as the climate crisis or rising cost of living.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
17 Apr. 2025
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Coop is fired from his high-profile finance job, starts stealing from his wealthy neighbors to keep up his lifestyle, chaos ensues, and get your popcorn ready.—
Danielle Pergament,
SELF,
10 Apr. 2025
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The biggest concern for cemetery board members is the bronze doors stolen from three mausoleums, which can be worth more than $10,000 per set.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2025
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Van Lith also broke the single-season record for assists and scoring while leading TCU to the Elite Eight.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Apr. 2025
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Sam Hauser went 4-for-7 from deep and scored 15 points in his 29 minutes, and Luke Kornet finished with 11 points, eight rebounds, two assists and four blocks.—
Zack Cox,
Hartford Courant,
13 Apr. 2025
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Larger groups can take a ride on the Sea Screamer, a 73-foot boat.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
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Climb the hillside or catch a ride to the only village on the island—a must-visit for a taste of local life on tiny Mayreau.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2025
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Naomi has been elevated as a villain for the first time in nearly a decade while her tremendous heel work has also helped Cargill become one of WWE’s most popular stars.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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That’s what elevates the stakes of every relationship in this show.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
18 Apr. 2025
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Police became aware someone had climbed over the fence and began a pursuit on the grounds but initially didn’t locate anyone.—
Marc Levy,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Apple, which relies on a supply chain based largely in China, saw shares climb 2.2%.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2025
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The student swiped her card for door access, which police believe allowed Saldana to slip in behind the student.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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Its functionality is iPad-like with a swipe down notifications screen, applications and swipe up climate controls.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Lift.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lift. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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