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Raised or elevated to a higher position
“Last week, with scarcely a lifted eyebrow, that changed to the more businesslike approach that we are all grown-ups together and should behave as such.”
That has been stolen through theft
Raised in quantity, volume or degree
Rising high to an imposing height
Under the influence of marijuana, usually at a relatively high dose
Having been transported or conveyed to a different place or location
To have become larger in size or degree
To have made a quantity bigger
“There are many ways to lift the value of your investment property.”
To have triggered enthusiasm or eagerness
To have dispossessed someone of something
“Burglars broke in, and would lift the keys to his precious sportscar before making their getaway in the early hours on Saturday.”
Past tense 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.”
Past tense for to ascend into the air or to a higher level
“Thousands of helium balloons began to lift into the air.”
Past tense for to revoke or cancel
“He is also asking the Treasury to lift the restrictions on the issue of short-term debt certificates.”
Past tense for to transport by air
“She was discovered in the wilderness by rangers who subsequently arranged for a helicopter to lift her to hospital.”
Past tense for to raise (a person's spirits or confidence)
“This is powerful, tender, big-hearted, and dangerously exciting music that's fit to lift the spirits.”
Past tense 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.”
Past tense 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.”
Past tense for to raise the volume or loudness of
“You have experienced that which few others have. Lift your voice! Tell your story.”
Past tense 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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