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as in excites
to fill with great joy
seeing their son ordained as a priest was one of the most elevating moments in their lives
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as in lifts
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
the old trick of using a fat phone book to elevate a child to a more comfortable position at the table
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as in promotes
to move higher in rank or position
the announcement that the pope will elevate several prelates to the rank of cardinal
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as in exalts
to assign a high status or value to
a decade in which greed and selfishness were elevated to the rank of virtues
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Recent Examples of elevates
If the Broncos think Henderson elevates the entire offense, then why not?
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Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 11 Apr. 2025
Brock Nelson’s two-way game elevates the 2C position.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
This imparts a distinct, nutty richness that elevates the depth of flavor.
—Vicky Hallett, NPR, 10 Apr. 2025
Overall, this low-profile keyboard elevates your routine with practical features that make each keystroke both satisfying and efficient.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
The final dish elevates earthy sweet carrots in a sweet-savory glaze, a side that is perfect for an everyday meal or a special occasion.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2025
The polished piece instantly elevates any look.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2025
Pockets continue to be seen as an interruption, too, as designers have emphasized clothing that elevates the contours of women’s bodies at the expense of carrying space.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2025
Deer mice are found widely in the Eastern Sierra region and an increase in their population elevates the risk of exposure, Boo said.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 11 Apr. 2025
Brock Nelson’s two-way game elevates the 2C position.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
This imparts a distinct, nutty richness that elevates the depth of flavor.
—Vicky Hallett, NPR, 10 Apr. 2025
Overall, this low-profile keyboard elevates your routine with practical features that make each keystroke both satisfying and efficient.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
The final dish elevates earthy sweet carrots in a sweet-savory glaze, a side that is perfect for an everyday meal or a special occasion.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2025
The polished piece instantly elevates any look.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2025
Pockets continue to be seen as an interruption, too, as designers have emphasized clothing that elevates the contours of women’s bodies at the expense of carrying space.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2025
Deer mice are found widely in the Eastern Sierra region and an increase in their population elevates the risk of exposure, Boo said.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elevates
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What excites me most is the democratization of these capabilities.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Asking these questions and distinguishing patterns in their answers over time will help students develop a more concrete understanding of what excites them about the field.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Supreme Court decision on deportations lifts a lower-court block Alien Enemies Act but upholds rights of those targeted for enforcement.—
Baltimore Sun Editorial Board,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Apr. 2025
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The emergency ruling, for now, lifts one of two lower court orders reversing the mass terminations.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
8 Apr. 2025
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Intel also promotes a vast ecosystem of more than 200 independent software vendors developing commercial applications and services tailored to its platform.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
6 Jan. 2025
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That promotes healthy rainfall patterns and keeps the hydrological cycle moving.—
Dan Lambe,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Yet the possibility of preemptively pardoning people who have not been charged of any crimes raises a host of legal concerns that could sway Biden not to take action.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
8 Jan. 2025
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But the study demonstrates how competition raises the stakes of getting lucky early in life, says Robin Snyder, a theoretical ecologist at Case Western Reserve University who wasn't involved in the research.—
Jonathan Lambert,
NPR,
8 Jan. 2025
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The sun joining Neptune heightens your intuition tenfold.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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The latest development heightens tensions between Lamont and lawmakers, who have battled over spending controls and growing needs in core public services.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
19 Mar. 2025
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Some wait years for one line or scene that enshrines them in the annals of cinema, but for Eunice Huthart, making an impact was on the agenda from day one.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2025
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New York just saw the successful passage of a ballot initiative which enshrines anti-discrimination protections for various people—including transgender community members—into the state constitution.—
Rebecca Schneid,
TIME,
14 Dec. 2024
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Chagall’s fascination with Mediterranean light magnifies the vibrant colors and imagery of this lyrical narrative underscoring his playful, pioneering experimentation.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Without strong margins and financial discipline, higher revenue just magnifies existing problems.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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