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A form of exercise in which weights are lifted
“Lifting is an excellent way to strengthen muscles and improve overall fitness.”
The act of stealing or misappropriating, especially of funds
The act or state or lifting or raising something or someone up to a higher level or position
The copying of another's written or creative work
The act or state of bringing cheer or encouragement to someone
To be triggering enthusiasm or eagerness
“This is powerful, tender, big-hearted, and dangerously exciting music that's fit to lift the spirits.”
Present participle for to raise to a higher position or level
“He tried to lift the heavy suitcase, but could not even get it an inch off the ground.”
Present participle for to ascend into the air or to a higher level
“Thousands of helium balloons began to lift into the air.”
Present participle for to grow larger in value, quantity or degree
“There are many ways to lift the value of your investment property.”
Present participle for to revoke or cancel
“He is also asking the Treasury to lift the restrictions on the issue of short-term debt certificates.”
Present participle for to improve or enhance the quality of
“Such training requires no great talent, but it can well lift your game to a higher level.”
Present participle for to transport by air
“She was discovered in the wilderness by rangers who subsequently arranged for a helicopter to lift her to hospital.”
Present participle for to rescue or remove from a bad situation
“It continues to be difficult for these workers to participate in any kind of training or education that might help to lift them from poverty.”
Present participle for to disappear or disperse, especially of clouds, fog, etc.
“When they reached the perimeter of the island, the fog would lift from all around them, and they would be able to land.”
Present participle for to raise the volume or loudness of
“You have experienced that which few others have. Lift your voice! Tell your story.”
Present participle for to steal (something)
“Burglars broke in, and would lift the keys to his precious sportscar before making their getaway in the early hours on Saturday.”
Present participle for to use (a person's work or ideas) without permission or acknowledgment
“The rule states that you do not lift the work of others and incorporate it into your own work without attribution.”
Present participle for to dig up (plants or root vegetables)
“Farmers can now produce two crops of new potatoes, by re-planting when they lift the first crop.”
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