lift
verb (used with object)
to move or bring (something) upward from the ground or other support to a higher position; hoist.
lifting
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present participleof lift.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The diesel sales and lifting of sanctions could provide Russia with tens of millions of dollars per month, estimates Sergey Vakulenko of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center, who calls it “small fry for Russia.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026
“Yes, the tide is rising, but it’s not lifting all boats this time,” said Joe Brusuelas, economist at RSM.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026
Dart is projected to rise to 83rd on Monday after lifting the Guangzhou trophy to cap a stunning second half of the season.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
Policymakers began a historic tightening campaign, lifting its benchmark rate from negative territory in mid-2022 to a record four percent in late 2023.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026
Then, lifting one spindly leg at a time, she took a tentative step toward them.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
