1
as in heaving
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 lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
hoisted the flag on the flagpole
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3
as in sipping
to swallow in liquid form
I have time to hoist a couple beers before heading home
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Recent Examples of hoisting
But at long last, the drought is over; the NHL has a new dynasty — the 2020s Hurricanes, who are hoisting the Jim Corsi Cup for a fourth straight season.
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Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Jannik Sinner kept it classic, strapping on a Rolex Daytona before hoisting the championship trophy at the Miami Open.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
Rodriguez landed on his knees, injuring his shoulder, and was hoisting himself back up when Hernandez allegedly targeted Williams, according to prosecutors.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
People spanning the width of the streets are passionately chanting and hoisting their picket signs in a patriotic parade, of sorts.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2026
Now, in 2026, there is once again hope that the Knights can end the year hoisting the Open Division title above their heads for the first time.
—Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Rojas rode onto the field perched atop a metallic blue convertible, hoisting the 2025 World Series trophy over his head.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
The anniversary will instead be marked with a simple flag-hoisting ceremony.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Video of the rescue shows the Cutter Mackinaw’s crane hoisting the snowmobile off a drifting piece of ice as the slab steadily shrinks beneath it before the vehicle is lifted safely onto the vessel.
—Ashley Carnahan, FOXNews.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Jannik Sinner kept it classic, strapping on a Rolex Daytona before hoisting the championship trophy at the Miami Open.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
Rodriguez landed on his knees, injuring his shoulder, and was hoisting himself back up when Hernandez allegedly targeted Williams, according to prosecutors.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
People spanning the width of the streets are passionately chanting and hoisting their picket signs in a patriotic parade, of sorts.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2026
Now, in 2026, there is once again hope that the Knights can end the year hoisting the Open Division title above their heads for the first time.
—Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Rojas rode onto the field perched atop a metallic blue convertible, hoisting the 2025 World Series trophy over his head.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
The anniversary will instead be marked with a simple flag-hoisting ceremony.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Video of the rescue shows the Cutter Mackinaw’s crane hoisting the snowmobile off a drifting piece of ice as the slab steadily shrinks beneath it before the vehicle is lifted safely onto the vessel.
—Ashley Carnahan, FOXNews.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoisting
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In photo after photo, video after video, North Shore residents are painted in mud, scraping it off driveways, sweeping it out of kitchens and heaving it into trucks along with their household debris.—
Thomas Heaton,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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The Bernabeu was heaving, the fans were longing their team back into the game.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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That season ended with Dustin Brown lifting the Stanley Cup.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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Here’s a breakdown of the Avs’ first-round series with the Kings, who have not won a playoff round since lifting the Stanley Cup in 2014.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
18 Apr. 2026
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Robert could often be seen sipping a coffee and reading on one of the many benches in the square.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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That might mean slipping on an eye mask, starting a calming podcast, and sipping water or herbal tea.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2026
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But critics argue lawmakers merely shifted money around while leaving deeper tax, spending and cost-of-living pressures for the next administration, raising a bigger accountability question for voters this fall.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Apr. 2026
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If passed, the bill would refer a question to the ballot asking voters whether to invest more in K-12 education -- specifically for teacher pay and retention, smaller class sizes, and expanded career and technical education -- without raising taxes.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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But drinking them throughout the day in place of water has not been recommended for most people, researchers said.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2026
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Brynn, who had struggled with alcohol and cocaine abuse in the past, had recently begun drinking again after nearly a decade of sobriety.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Or, for your next airport outfit, opt for a drapey button-down, buttery-soft joggers, and a roomy crossbody bag that keeps your essentials close while elevating your entire look.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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She is known for elevating cutting-edge artists that many others deemed too challenging to show, and forintroducing US audiences to the work of European artists including Richter, Joseph Beuys, Marcel Broodthaers, Pierre Huyghe, and Anselm Kiefer.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
10 Apr. 2026
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This viral anti-slip slow feeder lick bowl helps prevent gulping and bloating, while keeping your dogs entertained for longer with a healthy, fun challenge.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Yes, gulping the liquid the night before was an ordeal — try drinking three liters of anything in three hours, going to sleep, then waking up six hours later for one final liter.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Hoisting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoisting. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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