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as in raises
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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as in rises
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 steals
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 assists
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 rides
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 lifts
Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
One officer is seen using a shoe to strike Brooks in the stomach as another lifts him up by his neck and drops him back on the table.
—Landon Mion, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
In a viral Instagram video, Ashley C lifts her sweater to reveal her baby bump.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
An eyelash lift is a treatment that lengthens and lifts the curvature of the lashes.
—Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
Kendrick also stars as Sheryl, a struggling LA actress who is persuaded to go on The Dating Game by friends, and her typically winsome, spunky performance—and able direction— lifts Woman of the Hour to the next level.
—Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Their motivation for themselves lifts the organization and influences others around them.
—Edward Tuorinsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Naturally, Debra is very upset about Dexter missing her game, but her bad mood lifts quickly enough when Harry gets to come home from the hospital.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
His unintentional comedy single-handedly lifts this into middle of the pack territory for me.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Their latest, limited-edition scent is called Sanctuary and lifts inspiration from Palo Santo, a small town along the pacific coast of Mexico.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
One officer is seen using a shoe to strike Brooks in the stomach as another lifts him up by his neck and drops him back on the table.
—Landon Mion, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
In a viral Instagram video, Ashley C lifts her sweater to reveal her baby bump.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
An eyelash lift is a treatment that lengthens and lifts the curvature of the lashes.
—Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
Kendrick also stars as Sheryl, a struggling LA actress who is persuaded to go on The Dating Game by friends, and her typically winsome, spunky performance—and able direction— lifts Woman of the Hour to the next level.
—Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Their motivation for themselves lifts the organization and influences others around them.
—Edward Tuorinsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Naturally, Debra is very upset about Dexter missing her game, but her bad mood lifts quickly enough when Harry gets to come home from the hospital.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
His unintentional comedy single-handedly lifts this into middle of the pack territory for me.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifts
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But the study demonstrates how competition raises the stakes of getting lucky early in life, says Robin Snyder, a theoretical ecologist at Case Western Reserve University who wasn't involved in the research.Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
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Yet the possibility of preemptively pardoning people who have not been charged of any crimes raises a host of legal concerns that could sway Biden not to take action.Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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Each time the calendar flips during the NBA season, that number rises by just under $12k.Tony East, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Steve Hard, the current head of medical at Portsmouth, explains how there are more layers to the job the higher a club rises through the leagues.Tom Burrows, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Encouraging employees to explore new ideas, take thoughtful risks, and reflect on their experiences unlocks potential that elevates both individuals and organizations.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Crutchfield wanted the job, but… Who elevates the coach who worked for the guy who just got fired?CJ Moore, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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Many state sites include locations, meeting points, and starting times of various hikes and other outdoor adventures, from mountain climbs to cross-country country-skiing.Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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While its temperature from the sun never climbs above -220 degrees Fahrenheit (-140 degrees Celsius), this is still warm enough to cause these ices to sublimate.Keith Cooper, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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As Joy ascends to the heavens, the new star becomes visible throughout history, providing inspiration to World War II Manchester, Hillary and Tenzing ascending Everest in 1953, and former companion Ruby Sunday in the present day.Richard Edwards, Space.com, 25 Dec. 2024
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The journey ascends to the summit of Gornergrat offers stunning 360° views of the pyramidal Matterhorn Mountain and over 30 towering 4,000-meter peaks.Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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For example, if the child grabs money, that could be an indicator of future wealth.Regina Kim, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Whichever item the baby grabs is thought to predict their future.Regina Kim, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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But in the meantime, those who know her are left to ponder an illness that appears to have consumed the caring mother, in spite of her efforts to get help.Laura Crimaldi, BostonGlobe.com, 13 Feb. 2023
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Police departments in Carroll County could get help from the state with funding the high cost of outfitting officers with body cameras, if a bill introduced in the Maryland General Assembly is passed.Sherry Greenfield, Baltimore Sun, 12 Feb. 2023
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“Lifts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifts. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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