as in lifted
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 uplifted
Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
Others might not care and will just proceed with the newly uplifted chatter.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Jennie Punter, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Until recently, most popular references to the island—even those that uplifted its culture—did so from a distance.
—Air Mail, 30 Aug. 2025
Since its founding in 2012, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation has supported and uplifted hidden heroes through research, policy, partnerships, and direct support.
—Tom Chiodo, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Moody, of all people, uplifted the 49ers’ mood and got mobbed by joyous teammates for his winning finish.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2025
India’s transformation into an economic superpower has uplifted millions of households – which in turn have bought more cars and motorcycles, driving up the demand for gasoline.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
But Olson has emerged uplifted.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
Others might not care and will just proceed with the newly uplifted chatter.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Verb
Toronto’s 50th edition unfolds as the wider film community mourns the passing of Oneida actor Graham Greene (born on Six Nations Reserve in Ontario), who uplifted Indigenous stories throughout his career.
—Jennie Punter, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Until recently, most popular references to the island—even those that uplifted its culture—did so from a distance.
—Air Mail, 30 Aug. 2025
Since its founding in 2012, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation has supported and uplifted hidden heroes through research, policy, partnerships, and direct support.
—Tom Chiodo, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Moody, of all people, uplifted the 49ers’ mood and got mobbed by joyous teammates for his winning finish.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2025
India’s transformation into an economic superpower has uplifted millions of households – which in turn have bought more cars and motorcycles, driving up the demand for gasoline.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifted
Adjective
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The Fed is in a tricky spot, balancing a weakening labor market while inflation remains relatively elevated.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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This defense looks the same — even with elevated talent — and the offense looked regressive in the opener.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But when Allen lifted himself off the MetLife Stadium field after a run against the Jets, waved for backup Mitch Trubisky to immediately replace him, and then sprinted off the field as if he were being timed in the 40-yard dash, the four-time Pro Bowl tackle was downright scared.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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The weight should be considered if the bike has to be moved by hand very often or will be lifted onto a vehicle's bike rack.—
Rick Barrett,
jsonline.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Gaza City had been the area least scarred by Israel’s nearly two-year offensive, with much of its infrastructure seen still intact in CNN’s aerial footage and earlier satellite images.—
Zeena Saifi,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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Both observations were made during aerial shark surveys with drones off the coast of California.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The decision upheld a previous denial by the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission over traffic concerns raised by city officials and in more than 300 public comments.—
Rose Evans
September 10,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Sep. 2025
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After new state data showed substantial academic gains, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education members defended a six-figure consulting contract Tuesday that raised questions earlier this year about family connections to the district.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Uplifted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifted. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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