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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
Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 15 Feb. 2026
That said, Mike presents as an uplifting, jovial kind of guy.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Feb. 2026
After a cold, dark winter, nothing feels more uplifting than decorating for spring with cheerful accents that signal sunnier days ahead.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
Collections and designers put their best foot forward, delivering high-caliber collections — some were uplifting, others were thought-provoking, most were both.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026
That is something that might apply to both of these teams more generally after such an uplifting 2024-25 campaign.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The baby-pink star of the long-running British children’s series Peppa Pig gives an upbeat update to Rihanna’s uplifting hit, which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in 2012.
—Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Both of you have made music that is very uplifting as well.
—Steve Baltin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
The mood is uplifting and educational, especially when bands are in session.
—Stirling Kelso, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Megan Margulies, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Camp Nizhoni display in Lincoln Hills exhibit CBS The new version of the exhibit prioritizes uplifting personal stories.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
The Cancer moon delivers uplifting encounters that are perfectly timed.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 31 Jan. 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, 31 Jan. 2026
She's dedicated to uplifting other Black writers, particularly in an industry that has a long way to go toward real equality.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Could uplifting comedy prove a new international force from Latin America?
—John Hopewell, Variety, 20 Jan. 2026
Their values — teamwork, wellness and uplifting the community — mirror everything this race stands for.
—Brom Hoban, Austin American Statesman, 16 Jan. 2026
Michigan is uplifting the origins and contributions of its diverse Muslim communities this month.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Cupid and Psyche 85, in its sickly plastic way, is a profoundly uplifting record.
—Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 15 Feb. 2026
That said, Mike presents as an uplifting, jovial kind of guy.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Feb. 2026
After a cold, dark winter, nothing feels more uplifting than decorating for spring with cheerful accents that signal sunnier days ahead.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
Collections and designers put their best foot forward, delivering high-caliber collections — some were uplifting, others were thought-provoking, most were both.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026
That is something that might apply to both of these teams more generally after such an uplifting 2024-25 campaign.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The baby-pink star of the long-running British children’s series Peppa Pig gives an upbeat update to Rihanna’s uplifting hit, which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in 2012.
—Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Both of you have made music that is very uplifting as well.
—Steve Baltin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
The mood is uplifting and educational, especially when bands are in session.
—Stirling Kelso, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 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
In the 1960s, The Windham Foundation (a philanthropic organization dedicated to preserving and uplifting rural life in Vermont) restored the property and company—in turn, the massive project revitalized the town.
—Megan Margulies, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Camp Nizhoni display in Lincoln Hills exhibit CBS The new version of the exhibit prioritizes uplifting personal stories.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
The Cancer moon delivers uplifting encounters that are perfectly timed.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 31 Jan. 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, 31 Jan. 2026
She's dedicated to uplifting other Black writers, particularly in an industry that has a long way to go toward real equality.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Could uplifting comedy prove a new international force from Latin America?
—John Hopewell, Variety, 20 Jan. 2026
Their values — teamwork, wellness and uplifting the community — mirror everything this race stands for.
—Brom Hoban, Austin American Statesman, 16 Jan. 2026
Michigan is uplifting the origins and contributions of its diverse Muslim communities this month.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifting
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As the nation honors Black History Month, stories of resilience, innovation, and community impact take center stage — none more inspiring than the journey of Trish Miller.—
Jobina Fortson-Evans,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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For fans at home, watching a professional athlete battle through injury can be inspiring.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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For all the focus on United’s recent upturn in form, Fulham will arrive at Old Trafford on a run of just one defeat from their last eight league games.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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The oversold upturn would be confirmed with upside follow-through from the recent breakout, supporting a more decisive turnaround in 2026.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
29 Dec. 2025
Verb
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In exchange for lifting restrictions, China has agreed to reduce tariffs on Canadian canola oil, one of Canada’s top agricultural exports.—
Robert Ferris,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Prolonged moisture exposure can weaken the adhesive, leading to edges curling and tiles shifting or lifting entirely.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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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
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Now that books are considered virtuous and edifying, moralists can’t persuade anyone to pick one up.—
Adam Kirsch,
The Atlantic,
2 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That’s it—that’s the whole thrust of the book—and every page is as moreish as a cannelé.—
Hayley Maitland,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2026
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Gantt also offered an amendment to change the thrust of the bill to one honoring the victims of notorious pedophile and financier Jeffrey Epstein, noting that most of Epstein's victims were from the state of Florida.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In her new role, Wood will lead Brooks’ footwear product line management, merchandising, and product marketing teams with the goal of elevating how the brand connects long-term vision to product creation and go-to-market strategy, the company said.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Some companies are even elevating culture and entertainment leadership into the C-suite, reflecting how central these capabilities have become to growth.—
Christopher Vollmer,
Fortune,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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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
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The offense is considered a non-moving violation with no license points, though vehicles can be towed in some cases.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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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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The Georgia congresswoman said Trump’s rhetoric had led to an upsurge in threats against her, including an ominous warning of a pipe-bomb attack on her family business.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
18 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Uplifting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifting. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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