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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
Steven Sosna, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
The House bill, and its Senate counterpart, Senate Bill 594, which passed on Wednesday, lifts that restriction.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
This weekend lifts young ascendants like Victor Wembanyama and Kon Knueppel, alongside the timeless forces of LeBron James and Kevin Durant.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Erewhon is pushing its wellness footprint further into aesthetics — starting with lip flips and brow lifts — as the lines between self care and cosmetic treatments continue to blur.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Or mention the manner in which Elordi somehow defies basic physics and lifts Robbie up by her corset strings.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2026
Once the fog lifts mid-morning, the sky will still be full of clouds as a Pacific atmospheric disturbance slowly moves across northern Mexico and into Texas.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
Once the fog lifts mid-morning, the sky will still be full of clouds as a Pacific atmospheric disturbance slowly moves across Northern Mexico and into Texas.
—Mary Wasson, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Additionally, these leggings act as shapewear, featuring a contoured power waistband that provides core compression, lifts the backside, and provides an overall smoothing effect.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
Mike Darnay, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
Jalen lifted with us, but his lifts were modified to maintain a specific weight.
—Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
Where to Apres Ski Apple’s Bar & Grill Apple’s anchors the Warm Springs après-ski scene, where bargoers spill in straight from the lifts for cold beers, stiff cocktails, and unfussy comfort food.
—Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
Ridgetop winds were forecast to increase Saturday, with gusts strengthening Sunday as 700-millibar winds reached 35 to 45 knots, which could affect upper mountain lifts.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 13 Feb. 2026
That translates to more reps, heavier lifts, and better gains over time.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Choose weights or resistance that are light to moderate and avoid maximum effort lifts.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 10 Feb. 2026
At the Hotel Sacher, even the lifts are grand yet cosy, with delicate lighting and fine wallpaper.
—Caroline Law, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
Kam and O'Shea exceeded all expectations with a performance characterized by spectacular lifts and fierce musicality.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
After the fog lifts this morning, skies across the area will stay cloudy to mostly cloudy.
—Steven Sosna, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
The House bill, and its Senate counterpart, Senate Bill 594, which passed on Wednesday, lifts that restriction.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
This weekend lifts young ascendants like Victor Wembanyama and Kon Knueppel, alongside the timeless forces of LeBron James and Kevin Durant.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Erewhon is pushing its wellness footprint further into aesthetics — starting with lip flips and brow lifts — as the lines between self care and cosmetic treatments continue to blur.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Or mention the manner in which Elordi somehow defies basic physics and lifts Robbie up by her corset strings.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2026
Once the fog lifts mid-morning, the sky will still be full of clouds as a Pacific atmospheric disturbance slowly moves across northern Mexico and into Texas.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
Once the fog lifts mid-morning, the sky will still be full of clouds as a Pacific atmospheric disturbance slowly moves across Northern Mexico and into Texas.
—Mary Wasson, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Additionally, these leggings act as shapewear, featuring a contoured power waistband that provides core compression, lifts the backside, and provides an overall smoothing effect.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
Seven Springs is currently open daily and the resort's website provides real-time updates for its lifts and trails.
—Mike Darnay, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
Jalen lifted with us, but his lifts were modified to maintain a specific weight.
—Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
Where to Apres Ski Apple’s Bar & Grill Apple’s anchors the Warm Springs après-ski scene, where bargoers spill in straight from the lifts for cold beers, stiff cocktails, and unfussy comfort food.
—Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
Ridgetop winds were forecast to increase Saturday, with gusts strengthening Sunday as 700-millibar winds reached 35 to 45 knots, which could affect upper mountain lifts.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 13 Feb. 2026
That translates to more reps, heavier lifts, and better gains over time.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Choose weights or resistance that are light to moderate and avoid maximum effort lifts.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 10 Feb. 2026
At the Hotel Sacher, even the lifts are grand yet cosy, with delicate lighting and fine wallpaper.
—Caroline Law, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
Kam and O'Shea exceeded all expectations with a performance characterized by spectacular lifts and fierce musicality.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifts
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As more than 10 nations in Europe are participating in the F-35 program, this raises concerns related to Trump’s tariff-heavy diplomacy.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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The increasing integration of blockchain and the finance industry raises uncomfortable questions of whether crypto is betraying its founding ideals, which saw Bitcoin as a rebellion against the big bank and government control of the financial system.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Studies show that at 35 mph, the risk of severe or fatal injury for a pedestrian rises to more than 50%, compared with less than 20% at 25 mph.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2026
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When inflation rises, wages often increase, but whether workers or owners actually gain depends on who can better adjust.—
Victoria Baeza Garcia,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Anthony may first settle into seasons of roughly 18-22 homers with mid-teens steals before any full breakout, meaning current drafters are paying for future peak production rather than present skills.—
Derek VanRiper,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Continue reading … -- IN OTHER NEWS VICTORY LAP — Tyler Reddick steals Daytona 500 win in wild last-lap shootout.—
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FOXNews.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Doncic had 38 points, 11 assists and six rebounds after missing the previous four games because of a hamstring injury.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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Behind 42 points, 13 assists and eight rebounds from Cade Cunningham, Detroit took down New York 126-111 to complete the regular-season sweep.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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There are 11 free park-and-rides lots in Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Brameshuber picked and cast people and put them in a car with Sommer in a studio to imitate the experience of long rides and allow for free-flowing conversations to develop, sometimes giving Sommer pointers, via an earpiece, about questions and topics to pursue.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Feb. 2026
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Seasonal menus keep every visit fresh, while the ambiance — elegant, warm and steeped in character — elevates even simple moments.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Leila Crossbody Bag Another slim but functional crossbody, the Leila is an easy-to-wear style that instantly elevates any look.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
11 Feb. 2026
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Austin climbs through the 80s this week The heat doesn't arrive all at once in Austin.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
16 Feb. 2026
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Every year, global cancer incidence climbs, especially in low- and middle-income countries where infrastructure, screening, and access to treatment lag behind need.—
Gilberto Lopes,
STAT,
12 Feb. 2026
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Continue reading … DARING DASH – Sneaky feline swipes a free snack — and it's caught on video.—
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FOXNews.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Soon after, a desperate man named Boomba, who witnessed Ma stealing from the shelter, breaks into her home and swipes her food, her phone, and a purse containing her family’s invaluable travel documents.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Lifts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifts. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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