as in lifts
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 encouragements
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as in increases
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Recent Examples of uplifts
Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Curiosity and discipline pair up as the exuberant Sun uplifts accountable Saturn in your 9th House of Observation, asking for purposeful exploration today.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
As clever Mercury uplifts Mars in your 10th House of Professionality, the universe clears space for you to pitch ideas, request resources, or lead a project.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2026
Beyond her artistic talent, Minh is a kind, collaborative, and self-motivated student who consistently uplifts her peers.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Colorado Governor Jared Polis presented an award to Eliza Woloson, author, anthropologist, and co-founder of the global Women Have Wings Prize, whose work uplifts women leaders across cultures and continents.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Look for the subtle (and not so subtle) ways your community uplifts you, celebrates you, and provides you with safety.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
Their expertise and pure joy for all the young talents growing and achieving through their guidance and support uplifts the enthusiastic energy of the teammates, their families and the entire ranch, according to the news release.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
What has meant the most to me is how the Festival continues to build community — one that not only celebrates artistic excellence but actively uplifts underrepresented voices and filmmakers who challenge the status quo.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
Verb
If a project shoots in Manitoba, for instance, the federal and provincial credits and uplifts can add up to more than 60%.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Curiosity and discipline pair up as the exuberant Sun uplifts accountable Saturn in your 9th House of Observation, asking for purposeful exploration today.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
As clever Mercury uplifts Mars in your 10th House of Professionality, the universe clears space for you to pitch ideas, request resources, or lead a project.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2026
Beyond her artistic talent, Minh is a kind, collaborative, and self-motivated student who consistently uplifts her peers.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Colorado Governor Jared Polis presented an award to Eliza Woloson, author, anthropologist, and co-founder of the global Women Have Wings Prize, whose work uplifts women leaders across cultures and continents.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Look for the subtle (and not so subtle) ways your community uplifts you, celebrates you, and provides you with safety.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
Their expertise and pure joy for all the young talents growing and achieving through their guidance and support uplifts the enthusiastic energy of the teammates, their families and the entire ranch, according to the news release.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
What has meant the most to me is how the Festival continues to build community — one that not only celebrates artistic excellence but actively uplifts underrepresented voices and filmmakers who challenge the status quo.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplifts
Verb
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The cushion lifts to reveal a space large enough to hold board games or an extra blanket.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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The conflict in the Middle East could also push food prices higher in the coming months as a spike in diesel prices lifts transportation costs.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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All through the park, competitors and onlookers hit vapes and shout tips and encouragements into trees.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside,
19 Mar. 2026
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In October 2024 ahead of her own stay at MSG, Billie Eilish recorded encouragements to take the subways for environmental benefits.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
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The club finished second in attendance last year, behind the Los Angeles Dodgers, despite steep increases in ticket prices in recent years.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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While tariff pain was partially contained to specific categories of food, rising fuel and fertilizer prices promise across-the-board increases, Volpe said.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But this new term elevates it, incorporating an aesthetic and lifestyle into the overall vibe.—
Sari Hitchins,
Parents,
11 Apr. 2026
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The fashionable eyewear elevates any look for any occasion and can fit into anyone’s lifestyle.—
Advertorial,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2026
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What emerges is an intimate, cinematic process that lays bare the musician’s deep connections and inspirations in Tribeca alum Josh Alexander’s moving music documentary.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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The script began as a story of a 16th century warlord and his three sons—Kurosawa only added elements of Lear later on, alongside other references and inspirations.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This raises the odds of flight cancellations and schedule cuts, spelling trouble for the summer travel season.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Slain Iranian nuclear scientists raises alarm over uranium, expertise reaching black market.—
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FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The money would fund not only improvements inside the stadium but also bridges and roads outside, along with security enhancements.—
J.D. Miles,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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In addition to the new roller coaster, the land will be updated with some additional enhancements.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Toward the end of 2022 and into 2023, Perardi and Youngblood spoke constantly, looping through the same horror, the same consolations.—
Matthew Bremner,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2026
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Over three nights, hundreds of drivers in both Super Late Model and Open Wheel Modified divisions will battle through prelims on Thursday and Friday, including hot laps, heat races, consolations, and qualifiers, to earn a spot in Saturday’s high-stakes finale.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Uplifts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplifts. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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