as in inspiring
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as in upturn
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as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
a mountain range that was uplifted millions of years ago by the collision of continental plates
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Recent Examples of uplifting
Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2026
Lyrically, the group delivers feel-good and uplifting verses, while also oozing sophistication and romanticism.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2026
As uplifting as the final moments of Season 1 were, that didn’t represent the reality of family members with different backgrounds and lives who only met in their 30s.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
Regrettably, the message implied by the trajectory of its other products (not to mention the Stellantis c-suite) isn’t so uplifting.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 11 Mar. 2026
The other was an uplifting victory for the Clippers, who came away with a split in their first two games of a challenging stretch.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
In the office, he was admired not only for his skill and leadership, but also for his compassion toward new team members, his uplifting humor during challenging times, and his calm guidance in high-pressure situations.
—ABC News, 8 Mar. 2026
There are few things more uplifting in team sports than the sight of a town and a group of players driving each other on, hardly daring to dream just how far a journey might take them.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Jeff was admired not only for his skill and leadership but also for his compassion toward new team members, his uplifting humor during challenging times, and his calm guidance in high-pressure situations.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026
Beyond her technical skill, Ella is kind, supportive, and uplifting to everyone around her.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Bright, uplifting color palettes.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2026
Opened in 2025, the modern Persian cafe serves barbari bread and lavash wrap sandwiches, tahini-date shakes and chai lattes, plus a full slate of events aimed at uplifting the local Persian community.
—Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Both were uplifting moments for the Celtics (43-21).
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Cerebral Mercury and caring Venus are uplifting your 9th House of Travel with their conjunction, so learning and sharing can draw you outward.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 28 Feb. 2026
Due to the feelings-focused Moon in your 9th House of Journeys uplifting Pluto in your 5th House of Originality, play and discovery blend into progress.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The Rodgers and Hammerstein ones are uplifting.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2026
Lyrically, the group delivers feel-good and uplifting verses, while also oozing sophistication and romanticism.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2026
As uplifting as the final moments of Season 1 were, that didn’t represent the reality of family members with different backgrounds and lives who only met in their 30s.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
Regrettably, the message implied by the trajectory of its other products (not to mention the Stellantis c-suite) isn’t so uplifting.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 11 Mar. 2026
The other was an uplifting victory for the Clippers, who came away with a split in their first two games of a challenging stretch.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
In the office, he was admired not only for his skill and leadership, but also for his compassion toward new team members, his uplifting humor during challenging times, and his calm guidance in high-pressure situations.
—ABC News, 8 Mar. 2026
There are few things more uplifting in team sports than the sight of a town and a group of players driving each other on, hardly daring to dream just how far a journey might take them.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Jeff was admired not only for his skill and leadership but also for his compassion toward new team members, his uplifting humor during challenging times, and his calm guidance in high-pressure situations.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
While many praised his remarks for uplifting of immigrant communities at a time when they are increasingly being targeted by the federal government, others felt the musician had overlooked the history and experiences of Native Americans and Black Americans by not mentioning them.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
There were indeed some happy moments, including history-making wins and uplifting musical performances.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026
Beyond her technical skill, Ella is kind, supportive, and uplifting to everyone around her.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Bright, uplifting color palettes.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2026
Opened in 2025, the modern Persian cafe serves barbari bread and lavash wrap sandwiches, tahini-date shakes and chai lattes, plus a full slate of events aimed at uplifting the local Persian community.
—Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Both were uplifting moments for the Celtics (43-21).
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Cerebral Mercury and caring Venus are uplifting your 9th House of Travel with their conjunction, so learning and sharing can draw you outward.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 28 Feb. 2026
Due to the feelings-focused Moon in your 9th House of Journeys uplifting Pluto in your 5th House of Originality, play and discovery blend into progress.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifting
Adjective
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Illinois’ 78-72 win over Maryland on Sunday in the regular-season finale wasn’t the most inspiring outing as the Illini head into Big Ten Tournament play this week at the United Center.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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So to be able to team up with her role model is deeply inspiring for Cate.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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New head coach Rob Edwards and his side have produced a clear upturn in performances since Christmas, and on two memorable evenings in the run-up to this FA Cup tie, that progress was rewarded with results.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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That’s like taking credit for jobs when there’s a national economic upturn.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The bootcut shape is leg-elongating, while the back seams and pockets add a butt-lifting effect.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
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And for the president when he’s criticized about lifting the sanctions on Russia, to somehow turn around and blame Zelenskyy, blame Ukraine.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Trading in this quarter started in the late 1800s, and to this day boasts edifying buildings done in raw stone Qatari style.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Feb. 2026
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For two decades, this edifying A&E docuseries has been lifting the veil of investigative work during that critical time frame.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The firm claims that the HON6000 provides the thrust, responsiveness, and durability required for medium-sized CCAs.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Mar. 2026
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What to read next This phenomenon, known as the YORP effect, occurs when an asteroid absorbs sunlight and re-emits that energy as thermal radiation, creating a tiny but continuous thrust that can slowly spin the space rock faster.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The smallest task can be elevating.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Successful leaders are indeed rare, in all walks of life, but finding them, elevating them and supporting them is essential to our nation’s future.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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It’s been very, very moving, and it’s never happened for a Norwegian film before.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2026
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Among the more moving cases that Blair describes are those of people who in life were vulnerable and powerless but in death were considered formidable threats.—
Rivka Galchen,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The upsurge in violence after Oseguera Cervantes’ killing occurs as some indicators in Mexico’s security situation seemed to be improving.—
Angélica Durán-Martínez,
The Conversation,
24 Feb. 2026
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Yardeni included a chart of durable goods inflation to show just how much tariffs have added to the pain in the pocketbook, the first upsurge since pandemic-era inflation driven by supply-chain constraints.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
31 Dec. 2025
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“Uplifting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifting. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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