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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
Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Weeks became a weave of lifts, flights, games and late-night swings.
—Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The two-car garage, upgraded with electrical and plumbing infrastructure for an additional washer and dryer, has a 16-foot ceiling that provides ample height for vehicle lifts to double its capacity.
—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
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
Accessibility Select staterooms are designated for guests with mobility issues, and pools are equipped with chair lifts.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 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
Arapahoe Basin ski area finally closed the season out on Sunday; the last major resort still spinning lifts in the state.
—Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Weeks became a weave of lifts, flights, games and late-night swings.
—Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The two-car garage, upgraded with electrical and plumbing infrastructure for an additional washer and dryer, has a 16-foot ceiling that provides ample height for vehicle lifts to double its capacity.
—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
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
Accessibility Select staterooms are designated for guests with mobility issues, and pools are equipped with chair lifts.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifts
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The blaze hit Bearded Lady Ranch in Brady, Nebraska, which raises registered quarter horses.—
Kailey Schuyler,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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Chronic short sleep raises blood pressure, impairs glucose metabolism and is linked to higher rates of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, depression and anxiety.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2026
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The amount that can be contributed to a Roth IRA is phased out as MAGI rises.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Now the summer road trip season is approaching, when gasoline demand traditionally rises.—
Bloomberg News,
Boston Herald,
20 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
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The event featured carnival rides, games, live entertainment and vendors serving various ethnic food, drinks and desserts.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
18 May 2026
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Take the relatively recent program by LA Metro, the mega transit agency giving rides to 1 million people each day in LA County.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
18 May 2026
Verb
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Everything about it elevates those themes of beauty and the beast within the city, within the culture, within what’s happening, and even within the heroes — that everyone is fighting this battle, even inside their own hearts at times.—
Mark Hughes,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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Nguyen’s striking direction in the scenes in which Kristen faces her future in the hospital elevates the maudlin material, especially after Kristen makes the choice to lose a leg in the hopes of snipping the cancer in the bud.—
Marya E. Gates,
IndieWire,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Tuesday, May 19Now 15%-lit, the waxing crescent moon climbs slightly higher and is now halfway between Venus and Jupiter, above.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Among non-Sherpa climbers, the record is held by British guide Kenton Cool, who has accomplished the feat 19 times, followed by American climbers Dave Hahn and Garrett Madison, with 15 climbs each.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
18 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 22 May. 2026.
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