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
Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
The sheer uplift of that sequence is overwhelming.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 8 Sep. 2025
Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
This special editorial feature will celebrate directors, producers, festival programmers, journalists and more that continue to elevate and uplift the horror genre.
—William Earl, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
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Verb
The new airport has seen a 26 percent jump in perfume and cosmetics sales, with luxury retail experiencing more than a 43 percent uplift.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
The sheer uplift of that sequence is overwhelming.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
Fearless on the pitch and uplifting off it, Clutch leads by action — rallying teammates, lifting spirits and turning every challenge into an opportunity to rise higher.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
This special editorial feature will celebrate directors, producers, festival programmers, journalists and more that continue to elevate and uplift the horror genre.
—William Earl, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplift
Verb
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Because of its shallow bowl and medium-length prongs, this hair diffuser dryer is best for shorter hair lengths or fine, curly hair, effectively lifting and setting any curl pattern.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
26 Sep. 2025
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Jules Cabrera scored the lone goal to lift Canton to a 1-0 Hockomock League win over Oliver Ames.—
Tyler McManus,
Boston Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Reaction to the Grand Blanc Township violence Statements of support, shock and encouragement quickly flooded social media.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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Not the one on the field to celebrate a win, but the quieter one to punctuate a season — sharing hugs, backslaps and whispered words of encouragement for the winter to come, for a winter that has come too soon.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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In the video announcement, Adams touted a decrease in multiple crime areas and an increase in diverse leadership across city departments during his time as mayor.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The packable device loops over your seatback tray table, instantly elevating your legs, relieving pressure from your hips, and creating a more relaxed and comfortable long-haul flight experience.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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With this look, Holmes instantly elevated two casual fall staples.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Don’t burn out chasing every flicker of inspiration.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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Petras is gearing up to promote her third album, out soon, and was looking for fashion inspiration.—
Alex Wynne,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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It's forecast to experience steady to rapid strengthening and could become a major hurricane, with winds of 115 mph or more over the weekend.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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These explosive bursts of strengthening are becoming more common as the world warms.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The community has raised more than $400,000 so far — about $100,000 short of their goal — with donations still being accepted to support Nichols’s ongoing care and recovery.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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The campaign finance reports of all 18 members of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors were audited by the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office after an ethics body raised concerns.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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The funds raised go directly toward UNICEF’s efforts to deliver emergency relief, clean water, vaccines and education to children around the world.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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Otherwise, don't forget the power of basic pain relief remedies.—
Andee Tagle,
NPR,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Uplift.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplift. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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