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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
Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 June 2026
There is a long way to go before the plane lifts off for Australia and the season opener.
—Vic Tafur, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Costlier crude stokes inflation worries and lifts Treasury yields, putting pressure on smaller and rate-sensitive companies even as investors wager a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could eventually ease energy strains.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
From June 19–22, lifts stay open until midnight for solstice skiing under the never-setting sun.
—Lea Lane, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
The Moon, planet of our emotions, lifts your 10th House of Career, while innovative Uranus shakes your 4th House of Home and Family.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
Once the cuticle lifts, moisture from the air can enter the hair shaft, causing strands to swell and look puffy or unruly.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
The moody Moon lifts your 10th House of Career as a harmonious trine reaches Jupiter, the Planet of Wisdom, in your 6th House of Daily Routine.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
The breath hold is believed to further raise vagal tone, which brings down stress hormones and lifts heart rate variability.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The focus simply needs to move from face-lifts and custody battles to lobbyists and insider trading.
—Angelica Kalika, The Conversation, 2 June 2026
The work always started overnight, and the high reaches and lifts stayed up through the morning, even as guests entered the park.
—Megan Dubois, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Funding boost lifts company valuation ENGINEAI’s expansion comes after a major funding milestone earlier this year.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
Infused with peptides and bakuchiol (a retinol alternative), this potent Eye-Wrinkle Correcting Treatment lifts, tightens, and brightens your eyes, giving you that I-got-eight-hours-of-sleep effect.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Opportunities range from heavier lifts — like prerace setup at the Piedmont Park finish area, breakdown and member party setup — to lighter roles including operating water spray stations along the course or serving as parking attendants, traffic control or greeters.
—Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
There’s also a 10-car garage with two lifts for auto enthusiasts.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 22 May 2026
As someone who is larger chested, finding a swimsuit that lifts, shapes, and flatters my curves can feel like rocket science.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
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Of course, the commercial ends in climactic fashion, as He-Man lifts Skeletor above his head for the grand finale and the sorcerer erupts into his legendary cackle.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 June 2026
There is a long way to go before the plane lifts off for Australia and the season opener.
—Vic Tafur, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Costlier crude stokes inflation worries and lifts Treasury yields, putting pressure on smaller and rate-sensitive companies even as investors wager a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could eventually ease energy strains.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
From June 19–22, lifts stay open until midnight for solstice skiing under the never-setting sun.
—Lea Lane, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
The Moon, planet of our emotions, lifts your 10th House of Career, while innovative Uranus shakes your 4th House of Home and Family.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
Once the cuticle lifts, moisture from the air can enter the hair shaft, causing strands to swell and look puffy or unruly.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
The moody Moon lifts your 10th House of Career as a harmonious trine reaches Jupiter, the Planet of Wisdom, in your 6th House of Daily Routine.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
The breath hold is believed to further raise vagal tone, which brings down stress hormones and lifts heart rate variability.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Noun
Accessibility Built recently enough to meet modern standards, Wymara includes step-free access to the lobby, restaurants, and pool area, with lifts to upper floors.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The focus simply needs to move from face-lifts and custody battles to lobbyists and insider trading.
—Angelica Kalika, The Conversation, 2 June 2026
The work always started overnight, and the high reaches and lifts stayed up through the morning, even as guests entered the park.
—Megan Dubois, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Funding boost lifts company valuation ENGINEAI’s expansion comes after a major funding milestone earlier this year.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
Infused with peptides and bakuchiol (a retinol alternative), this potent Eye-Wrinkle Correcting Treatment lifts, tightens, and brightens your eyes, giving you that I-got-eight-hours-of-sleep effect.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Opportunities range from heavier lifts — like prerace setup at the Piedmont Park finish area, breakdown and member party setup — to lighter roles including operating water spray stations along the course or serving as parking attendants, traffic control or greeters.
—Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
There’s also a 10-car garage with two lifts for auto enthusiasts.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 22 May 2026
As someone who is larger chested, finding a swimsuit that lifts, shapes, and flatters my curves can feel like rocket science.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifts
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For some, the sudden enforcement raises questions about why the city is acting now and whether there are other ways to address violations without arrests, confiscations and criminal penalties.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
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The decision followed two hours of debate and multiple failed motions — including a proposal to lower police raises — as leaders attempted to balance equity concerns with budget constraints.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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Smoke rises from an Israeli airstrike that hit Qlaileh village as seen from the southern port city of Tyre, Lebanon, on Tuesday.—
Chantal Da Silva,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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According to the sign on the set before the curtain rises, the population of Jerome, an actual former copper-mining town in central Arizona, has evaporated, giving it ghost status.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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Also for Task, Ingelsby required another actor to match Ruffalo and play Robbie, a thief who only steals for criminals.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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But Borgo Egnazia steals the show.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Cameron Brink tied her season high with 16 points (14 in the first half), and Dearica Hamby added 14 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and four steals as the Sparks won for the fourth time in their past five games.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
30 May 2026
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Dearica Hamby added 14 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and four steals.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street had implemented a few changes for this year in an effort to get ahead of any problems, including by boosting the number of private security officers present, closing the event down earlier and limiting rides to those for younger children, Rodgers said.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
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Initially, Wayve rides will be supervised by licensed Uber drivers with specialized training, before fully driverless operations begin.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Fiji's wife, Jesni Sam, elevates her foot on a stool.—
Caroline Silva,
AJC.com,
6 June 2026
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The talented team elevates star ingredients like sunchoke, lion’s mane mushrooms, or wagyu beef in an open kitchen overseen by executive Chef Brandon Cunningham.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women, per the CDC, and the risk climbs sharply after menopause.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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Storms move in Tuesday evening with a marginal threat — 1 on a scale of 5 — for the metro, but the threat climbs to an enhanced level — 3 on a scale of 5 — for the northwestern corner of the state.—
Lisa Meadows,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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Geomagnetic conditions are expected to intensify late tonight into early tomorrow, if the CME swipes Earth, according to the latest forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC).—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
12 May 2026
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In season one, Coop swipes jewelry, expensive wine, designer handbags and more to pay his alimony, child support and to keep up appearances in a neighborhood where appearances are all that matter.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Lifts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifts. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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