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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
Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 4 June 2026
Harriss also sought to offer uplifting thoughts to a Blue Origin workforce struggling through a difficult period.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2026
This is an uplifting and educational read, written with humor and passion.
—Tessa Yang, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
The emotional result is both uplifting in the morning—especially with plenty of natural light—and warm and comforting at sunset, says Pablo López Navarro of Casa Josephine, an interior design studio based in Madrid, Spain.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Meanwhile, Colbert celebrated his last episode of The Late Show with an uplifting send-off that made no mention of Trump at all.
—Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
The show has always affected a devil-may-care attitude, but in previous seasons, less-wearying — not to say light or uplifting — moments came up as a result of the chemistry between the young ensemble.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 June 2026
Another color that can feel both calming and uplifting, blue is on interior designer Niki Cavallo's paint list to create a happier space.
—Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 31 May 2026
For Newcastle, the swift sale of Gordon is the second part of their summer plan, following the uplifting news that Lewis Miley, the 20-year-old academy graduate, agreed a six-year contract extension on Monday.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Female Film Club understands that uplifting female filmmakers requires more than just funding.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 May 2026
The result can not only bring an ethereal and uplifting mood to your home but also an air of the unexpected to more functional zones like bathrooms and kitchens, says.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
Finished in fresh, modern floral prints, these styles add a light, uplifting feel to your nightly routine.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
Her work focuses on protecting the ocean’s fragile ecosystem and uplifting the female voice.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2026
The cafe opened in 2025 with 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.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2026
The broadcaster aired a two-minute video paired with uplifting music, showing missiles and drones in warehouses as well as mobile launches of missiles.
—Azhar Sukri,terri Cullen,spencer Kimball, CNBC, 19 Apr. 2026
And uplifting the nation was just Temple’s first act!
—Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
This shocking, eye-opening and surprisingly uplifting documentary dives deep into the business of death, revealing who’s keeping it alive and why.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 4 June 2026
Harriss also sought to offer uplifting thoughts to a Blue Origin workforce struggling through a difficult period.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2026
This is an uplifting and educational read, written with humor and passion.
—Tessa Yang, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
The emotional result is both uplifting in the morning—especially with plenty of natural light—and warm and comforting at sunset, says Pablo López Navarro of Casa Josephine, an interior design studio based in Madrid, Spain.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Meanwhile, Colbert celebrated his last episode of The Late Show with an uplifting send-off that made no mention of Trump at all.
—Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
The show has always affected a devil-may-care attitude, but in previous seasons, less-wearying — not to say light or uplifting — moments came up as a result of the chemistry between the young ensemble.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 June 2026
Another color that can feel both calming and uplifting, blue is on interior designer Niki Cavallo's paint list to create a happier space.
—Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 31 May 2026
For Newcastle, the swift sale of Gordon is the second part of their summer plan, following the uplifting news that Lewis Miley, the 20-year-old academy graduate, agreed a six-year contract extension on Monday.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 29 May 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
Her character has tried to keep her family together for several seasons while uplifting the other women in her community, a daunting task.
—Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Female Film Club understands that uplifting female filmmakers requires more than just funding.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 May 2026
The result can not only bring an ethereal and uplifting mood to your home but also an air of the unexpected to more functional zones like bathrooms and kitchens, says.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
Finished in fresh, modern floral prints, these styles add a light, uplifting feel to your nightly routine.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
Her work focuses on protecting the ocean’s fragile ecosystem and uplifting the female voice.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2026
The cafe opened in 2025 with 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.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2026
The broadcaster aired a two-minute video paired with uplifting music, showing missiles and drones in warehouses as well as mobile launches of missiles.
—Azhar Sukri,terri Cullen,spencer Kimball, CNBC, 19 Apr. 2026
And uplifting the nation was just Temple’s first act!
—Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifting
Adjective
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In New York, an inspiring young leftist competed against a boorish, but experienced, former governor to replace a corrupt mayor.—
Marc Novicoff,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
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The event promises inspiring vibes, great music and a chance to celebrate the album release together.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Three structural elements differentiate the present landscape from previous upturns.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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Domestic sales and government largesse are driving the upturn, but activity is still affected by supply chain disruptions and businesses deferring spending.—
Dominic Dudley,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Defending champion Argentina’s quality is stronger since lifting the trophy in Qatar.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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While the Blues entered the 2025/26 campaign with high hopes after lifting the Club World Cup, the team failed to live up to expectations, floundering in the Premier League and going through three different managers in the space of only a few months.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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With time, a breakup can become an edifying event in one’s life.—
Paula Mejía,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
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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
Noun
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The county medical examiner said in an autopsy report that Obumseli, who worked in cryptocurrency, died from a forceful downward thrust from a blade that went three inches into his chest, piercing a major artery.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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The jet has 10 hardpoints for carrying payloads, a maximum thrust of 98 kN, and an aerial refueling facility, just like the earlier single-seat variant.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
Verb
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The rooms Recent renovations have been completed in all the rooms, elevating their stature with subtle colors and chic furnishings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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From cat-eye beauties to throwback, oversized statement makers, these glasses will take you from parade float to bar crawl in style (while elevating your ensembles year-round).—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Citations were given for 39 hazardous moving violations and 65 non-moving violations.—
Kendrick Calfee
May 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 May 2026
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The report urges Sacramento to follow San Francisco and Berkeley in restricting non-moving violation enforcement.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
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So it's been an upsurge in violence over the last couple of weeks, which is really unprecedented for us.—
Gabrielle Emanuel,
NPR,
6 June 2026
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The upsurge in interest has prompted several headline-grabbing launches.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Uplifting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifting. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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