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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
Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Back downtown, colorful floatplanes skim the harbor and the Mount Roberts Tramway lifts visitors above the city for sweeping views of Gastineau Channel and the surrounding mountains.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Bakambu reaches him, lifts the younger man’s chin, and hugs him.
—Franklin Leonard, Vanity Fair, 14 May 2026
Tuesday's order lifts the burn ban in all remaining counties, though the state of emergency itself remains in effect.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 13 May 2026
In the movie, voiced by Stephanie Hsu and Will Sharpe, Kristen lifts AJ up.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 13 May 2026
One touch of a button lifts the window shades to reveal city scenery, and when opened, wooden shutters by the soaking tub replicate the same view.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
Tuesday's declines followed a hotter-than-expected reading of a key consumer inflation measure as the war in Iran lifts oil prices, sending investors into risk-off mode.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 12 May 2026
Supreme Court lifts mandate for Alabama to use US House map with two largely Black districts.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026
Skiers can navigate 55 runs, with fast, high-tech lifts maximizing downhill time.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
Your lifts feel subjectively heavier than usual.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 7 May 2026
After half an hour of mat stretches, Mira and two other students climbed onto Swedish ladders, hung with their backs to the wall, and did a set of leg lifts, tapping their feet against their heads.
—Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
For two weeks, the Williams brothers are working high above the street, using lifts, brushes and paint to revive the historic artwork.
—Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 4 May 2026
Accessibility Select staterooms are designated for guests with mobility issues, and pools are equipped with chair lifts.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Two new chairlifts are planned for the 2026 to 2027 season, bringing the total number of private lifts to six and increasing exclusive terrain to about 3,300 acres.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
Residents will have up to five years to comply with the stricter Safety Zone requirements and bigger lifts, like updating sheds.
—Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
That’s why the same liquid that lifts grease from a T-shirt can also tackle grout, makeup brushes, patio furniture and a lot more.
—Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Back downtown, colorful floatplanes skim the harbor and the Mount Roberts Tramway lifts visitors above the city for sweeping views of Gastineau Channel and the surrounding mountains.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Bakambu reaches him, lifts the younger man’s chin, and hugs him.
—Franklin Leonard, Vanity Fair, 14 May 2026
Tuesday's order lifts the burn ban in all remaining counties, though the state of emergency itself remains in effect.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 13 May 2026
In the movie, voiced by Stephanie Hsu and Will Sharpe, Kristen lifts AJ up.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 13 May 2026
One touch of a button lifts the window shades to reveal city scenery, and when opened, wooden shutters by the soaking tub replicate the same view.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
Tuesday's declines followed a hotter-than-expected reading of a key consumer inflation measure as the war in Iran lifts oil prices, sending investors into risk-off mode.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 12 May 2026
Supreme Court lifts mandate for Alabama to use US House map with two largely Black districts.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
Noun
Barbell manufacturers typically recommend bushing sleeves for slower, heavy lifts and bearing sleeves for faster Olympic lifting.
—Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026
Skiers can navigate 55 runs, with fast, high-tech lifts maximizing downhill time.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
Your lifts feel subjectively heavier than usual.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 7 May 2026
After half an hour of mat stretches, Mira and two other students climbed onto Swedish ladders, hung with their backs to the wall, and did a set of leg lifts, tapping their feet against their heads.
—Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
For two weeks, the Williams brothers are working high above the street, using lifts, brushes and paint to revive the historic artwork.
—Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 4 May 2026
Accessibility Select staterooms are designated for guests with mobility issues, and pools are equipped with chair lifts.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Two new chairlifts are planned for the 2026 to 2027 season, bringing the total number of private lifts to six and increasing exclusive terrain to about 3,300 acres.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
Residents will have up to five years to comply with the stricter Safety Zone requirements and bigger lifts, like updating sheds.
—Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifts
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School districts could then decide on their own whether to offer teachers raises and, if so, how big the pay hikes should be.—
Steven Walker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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These moves—when combined with other capital raises involving additional share issuances—have impacted the company’s stock price.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
12 May 2026
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Racine quickly rises, beats the bullies, and then returns to sit next to her sister.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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As the meter rises, each ride becomes a space for connection and storytelling, where Kareem learns about the lives of the people behind the wheel and ultimately discovers a little more about himself.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Some believe Benjamin Franklin wanted the wild turkey to be the national bird because the eagle steals food from other birds, but Kochersperger said that’s a myth.—
Sarah Raza,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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When a ruthless despot steals a billion-dollar fortune, the team is sent to steal it back on what would be for anyone else a suicide mission.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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Clark wound up with 32 points on the night, along with seven assists and four rebounds.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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Kelsey Plum nearly claimed a double-double with 27 points and nine assists, while Dearica Hamby had 19 points with seven rebounds and Nneka Ogwumike scored 20 points.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2026
Noun
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All aboard one of the most gorgeous train rides in the world.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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When the 79th Cannes Film Festival gets underway Tuesday, Neon — a 60-person company founded in 2017 — rides in as an unlikely heavyweight.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 May 2026
Verb
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For Field, the relationship between nature and humanity is what elevates the film.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Jennifer is a singular filmmaker, who brings a distinct, cinematic vision that elevates the material, while Goodfellas act as true curators – champions of great art and the artists behind it.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Trump doesn’t have that much time to wait, as oil climbs toward $150 or even $200 a barrel, inflation rises, and global food and other commodity shortages kick in.—
Robert Kagan,
The Atlantic,
10 May 2026
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The total climbs past $30,000, $50,000, sometimes $60,000, and that’s before student loans, car payments, and personal loans.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
Verb
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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 17 May. 2026.
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