as in to lift
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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as in encouragement
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as in increase
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Recent Examples of uplift
Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
No matter how big the Window Wolf social media becomes, the mission to uplift Kansas City’s local businesses remains the same.
—Kansas City Star, 30 Apr. 2026
Samantha Subin,katie Tarasov, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Productions that meet certain criteria designed to incentivize sustainable filmmaking practices are eligible for a five percent uplift, making the maximum tax incentive 45% of eligible costs.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
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Verb
But unlike The Other Side of Heaven, Hathaway finds a moving emotional core to the character that gives this tepid Dickens adaptation some uplift amid a surprisingly flatlining ensemble (save for a one-eyed Jim Broadbent).
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
No matter how big the Window Wolf social media becomes, the mission to uplift Kansas City’s local businesses remains the same.
—Kansas City Star, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
Analysts at Citi upgraded the stock to a buy from a neutral rating, anticipating an uplift in CPU sales for all suppliers over the next few years.
—Samantha Subin,katie Tarasov, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Productions that meet certain criteria designed to incentivize sustainable filmmaking practices are eligible for a five percent uplift, making the maximum tax incentive 45% of eligible costs.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplift
Verb
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Under a new arrangement, shipments of goods from Turkey or Armenia through a third country may now directly list their final destination or point of origin as Turkey or Armenia, lifting a prior restriction on such designations, Keceli said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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If there are areas of the bowl that have more stains, add a touch more of baking soda to them to try and lift them out.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Peonies symbolize love, loyalty, and encouragement.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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Sabalenka was furious, asking her team to give her some encouragement.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
9 May 2026
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Many questions from the fair rent commission members on Saturday focused on Sun Communities’ profits compared to the cost of the rent increase to residents.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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County voters have overwhelmingly approved sales-tax increases to fund Metro projects.—
Oren Peleg,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
Verb
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What coaches do is acquire and elevate the players who have the cultural traits the team needs.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Shopping traffic on Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book — two websites owned by Cox — was elevated compared with a fourth‑quarter baseline, according to a company report.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Then the Aries Moon turns attention toward worth, resources, and building something tangible from inspiration.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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But those key areas do need strengthening, especially with Burnley and Wolverhampton Wanderers likely to be strong next season, along with whoever else drops out of the Premier League.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
3 May 2026
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The initiative will also support developing countries through outreach such as training, advisory services and institutional strengthening.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That alone, to me, raises questions.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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The governing body said the show would support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is raising $100 million to help children access education and soccer.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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The dais and the crowd stood and cheered in appreciation, and the camera cut to a shot of Tracee Ellis Ross in the audience literally breathing a sigh of relief.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
12 May 2026
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Hot Girls Pearls Freezable Cooling Jewelry is beautifully engineered to provide instant cooling relief for all your hottest moments.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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“Uplift.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplift. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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