as in lifted
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
a mountain range that was uplifted millions of years ago by the collision of continental plates
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifted
Adjective
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Top trends: Fall 2025 accessories are defined by their rich textures and elevated purpose.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
17 Mar. 2025 -
Avoid tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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And the lamb, which knew what weeping meant, lifted itself from the hay.—
Karen Zautyk,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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An hour later, American said flights were again beginning to board and the FAA lifted the nationwide ground stop.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The search will continue with a specialized canine, three underwater drones, two aerial drones and up to nine boats equipped with sonar.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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Guests continue to be transported to the American frontier during the current immersive version of the show, which also includes an LED backdrop wall, special effects and aerial acts.—
Devarrick Turner,
USA TODAY,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Rodgers’ 43-yard pass to Lazard helped set up his four-yard touchdown pass to Adams, which raised the Jets lead to 25-13.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
6 Jan. 2025
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Packers defensive lineman Karl Brooks pushed his way forward through the Bears line, leaped with his hand raised and blocked Santos’ kick.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Uplifted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifted. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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