lift

Definition

  • verb: to move (something or someone) to a higher position
  • verb: to raise from a lower to a higher position
  • synonyms: raise, heavens, elevate

Examples

  • After I finally told my mother about my concerns, I felt as if a 'weight had been lifted from my shoulders'. [=I felt very relieved]

  • The company has been trying to improve the quality of its products without 'lifting' [=(more commonly) 'raising'] prices.

  • The beauty of the sunrise 'lifted her spirits'. = Her 'spirits lifted' when she saw the beauty of the sunrise.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Reporter: ...immigration reform, but the sad truth of the matter is that Richmond can promise all he wants tonight... This Congress isn't gonna lift a finger to help him. Well, this can't be good if it won't even wait till I get to the office. How about the end of days? I just spoke to (..)
    2016 TvShow: Designated Survivor Title: Pilot Season: 1 Episode 1