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as in heaved
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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as in lifted
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
hoisted the flag on the flagpole
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3
as in sipped
to swallow in liquid form
I have time to hoist a couple beers before heading home
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Recent Examples of hoisted
As the sun rose, they could be seen stationed in an unidentified area, with Israeli flags hoisted up from military vehicles.
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Yamiche Alcindor, NBC news, 10 Oct. 2025
The flume was hoisted by helicopter and anchored to the canyon bedrock.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Falvey and Zoll got promotions off last year’s collapse, made no big offseason moves, tore down the roster months after picking up Baldelli’s option and then fired the manager when the team predictably limped to the finish line once the front office hoisted the white flag on July 31.
—Aaron Gleeman, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Higher up, spiders had hoisted shells into the branches, dangling them from silken threads like miniature wind chimes.
—Chris Schalkx, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025
Henrik Fisker first hoisted his contemporary Los Angeles mansion on the market back in late 2024 for nearly $34 million.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2025
Then Shouhed is hoisted up by his arms by two agents who are seen leading him away from his car wash, according to the footage.
—Julia Marnin, Sacbee.com, 26 Sep. 2025
The agents bandage the cyclist’s wounds, cover him in an emergency blanket and stay by his side until he is hoisted away by the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department’s helicopter, the video shows.
—Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
With hollow cheeks, a broad grin and a straw hat with a red band, the figure is instantly recognizable and has been hoisted by young demonstrators calling for change.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
Yamiche Alcindor, NBC news, 10 Oct. 2025
The flume was hoisted by helicopter and anchored to the canyon bedrock.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Falvey and Zoll got promotions off last year’s collapse, made no big offseason moves, tore down the roster months after picking up Baldelli’s option and then fired the manager when the team predictably limped to the finish line once the front office hoisted the white flag on July 31.
—Aaron Gleeman, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Higher up, spiders had hoisted shells into the branches, dangling them from silken threads like miniature wind chimes.
—Chris Schalkx, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025
Henrik Fisker first hoisted his contemporary Los Angeles mansion on the market back in late 2024 for nearly $34 million.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2025
Then Shouhed is hoisted up by his arms by two agents who are seen leading him away from his car wash, according to the footage.
—Julia Marnin, Sacbee.com, 26 Sep. 2025
The agents bandage the cyclist’s wounds, cover him in an emergency blanket and stay by his side until he is hoisted away by the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department’s helicopter, the video shows.
—Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
With hollow cheeks, a broad grin and a straw hat with a red band, the figure is instantly recognizable and has been hoisted by young demonstrators calling for change.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoisted
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Hurts heaved his Hail Mary attempt a play later.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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Flaming palm fronds heaved back and forth across the frame, and embers streaked the air.—
Dana Goodyear,
New Yorker,
22 Sep. 2025
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All mandatory evacuations were lifted Sunday, but low-lying areas and residences along the river remain on pre-evacuation orders.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
13 Oct. 2025
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So when the moratorium was lifted, a wave of eviction notices followed.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
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Related Stories As the trio dined and sipped their martinis, it was agreed that with all the darkness and division in the country and around the world, this year’s EMA Awards should embrace pop culture and focus on fun.—
Todd Longwell,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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A lot of folks have sipped on vinegars for health their benefits for years, decades even—unfiltered versions can have healthy bacteria that are good for your gut—but some people just like vinegar-forward flavors in their salad dressings, drinks, condiments, and more.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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Trent and Amber wed in 1998, and the couple raised their five kids in Forsyth, Ga.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
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The entrepreneur and yoga instructor has previously spoken out about facing criticism over the authenticity of her Spanish accent (she was raised bilingual).—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 Oct. 2025
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So the 46,000 at the Stadium of Light gulped again.—
Michael Walker,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Chantelle kept the energy elevated and joyful while pushing the class to really get their groove on all while including modifications if needed.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Oct. 2025
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Still, his pulse was elevated, likely as a result of being nervous over the surreal situation playing out in our family room.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Over time, scientists tracked what the participants drank and also assessed their liver health.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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One case study detailed a man who drank 8 11-ounce servings of coconut water during the day.—
Kelly Burch,
Verywell Health,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Hoisted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoisted. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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