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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
local restaurants jacked up their prices for the summer tourist season
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The first of a five-step tropical cyclone wind warning was hoisted over the northeastern coastal areas, prohibiting boats from heading out to sea.
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Along with the video cheering on the Commanders, Aiyuk posted a photo of Washington’s former quarterback Mark Rypien hoisting the Vince Lombardi Trophy after winning Super Bowl XXVI.
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The evacuation order for Zone DUN-009-A was lifted, while Zone DUN-009-B remained under a mandatory evacuation order, according to the Genasys Protect service.
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Consider rearranging a corner of your home, because practical changes can lift your mood and productivity.
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Serena looked down, heaved a sigh and hooked her knee around the pole before mustering up a halfhearted spin.
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In another video, an emergency worker heaves a large stone aside while working to free people from the wreckage.
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But the data center boom has raised many questions about land use, the resources the complexes consume and the risk of costs being spread to other Georgia residents and businesses.
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Gonzales ran with a platform decisively to the left, supporting Medicare-for-all, raising the minimum wage and cracking down on junk fees.
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Toxic metals, including lead and arsenic, were not elevated, according to air district data.
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The black-eyed peas blended with garlic, tahini, and lemon makes for a smoky, zesty, and bright dish that elevates a standard hummus.
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“Jack (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jack%20%28up%29. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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