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
Melissa Noel, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025
Nobody has uplifted me more than you, all the people in this room.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Guy Lodge, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
For all that there was no uplift in broadcast revenues, static at €4.3bn, the game’s growing appeal is insulating the elite clubs and enabling continued growth.
—Philip Buckingham, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Reid, who has long used her platform to uplift and inform, walked the red carpet radiating grace and gratitude.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025
Nobody has uplifted me more than you, all the people in this room.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Noun
Conscientiously addressing a national crisis of domestic abuse while also lunging for the heartstrings, the film is an uneven balance of grainy social realism and crowd-pleasing uplift, but Cruz’s resolute performance just about holds it together.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
For all that there was no uplift in broadcast revenues, static at €4.3bn, the game’s growing appeal is insulating the elite clubs and enabling continued growth.
—Philip Buckingham, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplift
Verb
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As part of the plan, the U.S. immediately lifted its pause on sharing intelligence and resumed security assistance with Ukraine, which was invaded by Russia more than three years ago.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2025
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Earlier this week, the Trump administration lifted its suspension of military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine after imposing the measures follows Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s tense meeting with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2025
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Commercial pilot and licensed psychotherapist shares words of encouragement after recent plane crashes Michaela Renee Johnson says fear is a natural response to seeing the recent aviation disasters and shares thoughts on how people can ultimately tackle their fear.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
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With his signature goofiness and kindhearted nature, Captain Goof-Beard helps Mickey and his friends on treasure hunts and exciting seafaring quests by providing clues, guidance, and encouragement, all while teaching valuable lessons about teamwork and perseverance.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Parents,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The report issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed an increase of 151,000 non-farm employment in February, and the unemployment rate little changed at 4.1%.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
16 Mar. 2025
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Cracks are beginning to show in the employment picture, so there are downside risks, but retail sales should see some increase month-over-month for February.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Leaders who are generous with their time, guidance, and support elevate not only their teams but their own influence.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Ford has always found ways to elevate himself with almost insultingly simplistic positions, showing little interest in the more complex issues of governance.—
Chris Jones,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Cole credits the collection to legendary photographers such as Saul Leiter, Andreas Gursky and Ernst Haas—some of his greatest inspirations.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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Looking at her career, travel back to her homeland was a root of her inspiration.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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While many pandemic-era DTC brands raised millions only to implode soon after, Almada remains entirely self-funded.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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But because solar, wind and hydropower production rates can vary with weather and other factors, nuclear energy is particularly appealing to ever thirsty AI technology companies, raising fears of nuclear waste contamination.—
The Editors,
Scientific American,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The Red Cross announced plans to assist with relief efforts on Saturday.—
Eric Zerkel,
CNN,
15 Mar. 2025
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Both Shriner and Sims felt a sense of relief that a tool was finally available to help stem the spread of disease.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Misery loves company, and social media has become a place where too many people go to find solace and voice their complaints about politics, the workplace, and even the state of the country.—
Peter Suciu,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Parade Budget conscious shoppers will find solace in the affordable price point and top-notch bra designs at Parade.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Uplift.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uplift. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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