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verb

(ˌ)əp-ˈlift How to pronounce uplift (audio)
Definition of upliftnext
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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uplift

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noun

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as in encouragement

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as in increase

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Recent Examples of uplift
Verb
The Christian Science Monitor was founded in 1908 to lift the standard of journalism and uplift humanity. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 4 July 2026 Running through July 12 at the Alliance Theatre, this world premiere delivers uplifting tunes and strong performances that allow the story to connect even through some mild imperfections. — Luke Evans, AJC.com, 29 June 2026
Noun
For Lewis’s sculptures to succeed, their art wasn’t sufficient; they were expected to be more—proof of her humanity or monuments of collective uplift. — Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 8 June 2026 The potential jailbreaks that have been disclosed to us are either entirely benign responses or are minor findings that provide no Mythos-specific uplift. — Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for uplift
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uplift
  1. lift
  2. encouragement
  3. increase
  4. elevate
  5. inspiration
  6. strengthening
  7. raise
  8. relief
Verb
  • The crew took part in rescuing a 47-year-old man who was pulled out of the rubble eight days after the quakes hit, lifting the spirits and morale of rescuers who up until then were primarily uncovering human remains.
    — Seamus Bozeman Follow, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • Elsewhere in the city, several heavy trucks were lifted and moved as far 30 meters by the winds.
    — Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
Definition of lift
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  • Once all but deserted, the town experienced a revival in 1965, when artists and musicians began to flock there after encouragement from the Yugoslav government.
    — Tia Lovisa Moreira, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
  • Alexandria government roasted for absurd anti-fireworks tweet The government of Alexandria tweeted Wednesday a blunt warning about fireworks — and encouragement to snitch on your neighbors.
    — David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of encouragement
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  • Hispanics or Latinos were the target of the biggest increase in racially or ethnically motivated hate crimes, according to the report.
    — Jazmin Alvarado, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • However, the report noted that much of this rise was due to an increase in the number of billionaires, not just three-comma club members getting richer.
    — Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 2 July 2026
Definition of increase
Verb
  • Toxic metals, including lead and arsenic, were not elevated, according to air district data.
    — Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • The black-eyed peas blended with garlic, tahini, and lemon makes for a smoky, zesty, and bright dish that elevates a standard hummus.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Definition of elevate
Noun
  • Krispy Kreme's newest flavor inspiration comes from Girl Scout Cookies.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • Both teenagers, ages 13 and 14, have been riding for about three years, and look to their American hero JB Mauney for inspiration.
    — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Definition of inspiration
Noun
  • The strengthening of El Niño and record-high worldwide ocean temperatures could be amplifying the heat, too.
    — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
  • Behind that score is a gradual strengthening of national cyber systems.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026
Definition of strengthening
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  • But the data center boom has raised many questions about land use, the resources the complexes consume and the risk of costs being spread to other Georgia residents and businesses.
    — Drew Kann, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
  • Gonzales ran with a platform decisively to the left, supporting Medicare-for-all, raising the minimum wage and cracking down on junk fees.
    — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Definition of raise
Noun
  • Aroldis Chapman set the major league record for relief strikeouts after rookie Jake Bennett yielded five hits while pitching into the eighth inning for the Boston Red Sox in a 5-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
  • Rodríguez said emergency economic measures will include relief funds for victims and temporary waivers on documentation and property registration fees to facilitate housing relocation.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
Definition of relief

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