as in moving
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as in exciting
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 lifting
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 promoting
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 exalting
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 elevating
Staff Author, EW.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Taylor, 56, is coming off of back-to-back 3-9 seasons at Stanford after elevating Sacramento State upon his arrival there in 2019 into an immediate FCS powerhouse, winning three Big Sky Conference championships.
—Joe Davidson, Sacramento Bee, 20 Mar. 2025
What’s elevating the health risk are the toxic chemicals from plastics, paint from the house and furniture that also pollute the air after fires destroy buildings, homes and cars, said Anthony Wexler, director of the Air Quality Research Center at UC Davis.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
Together, the books and the show prompted a reckoning over Cromwell’s reputation, elevating him from villain to hero.
—Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Mar. 2025
This includes music that, through its creativity and originality, significantly enriches the narrative and atmosphere of movies, series, documentaries, video games, and other visual media, elevating the viewer’s experience.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Helix Electric helped Lizzie and Nathalie rescue the overwhelmed feline using an elevating work platform.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
Through the Enea Tree Museum and various global initiatives, Enea seeks to highlight the essential role of trees in combating climate change, restoring ecological balance, and elevating human well-being.
—Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
These achievements reflect not only our passion for the craft, but also our collective drive to continue elevating the whiskey experience for our consumers around the world.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2025
Verb
Director Kenneth Branagh treats the fairy tale with as much respect and elegance as a Shakespeare play, elevating the source material to something grander.
—Staff Author, EW.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Taylor, 56, is coming off of back-to-back 3-9 seasons at Stanford after elevating Sacramento State upon his arrival there in 2019 into an immediate FCS powerhouse, winning three Big Sky Conference championships.
—Joe Davidson, Sacramento Bee, 20 Mar. 2025
What’s elevating the health risk are the toxic chemicals from plastics, paint from the house and furniture that also pollute the air after fires destroy buildings, homes and cars, said Anthony Wexler, director of the Air Quality Research Center at UC Davis.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
Together, the books and the show prompted a reckoning over Cromwell’s reputation, elevating him from villain to hero.
—Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Mar. 2025
This includes music that, through its creativity and originality, significantly enriches the narrative and atmosphere of movies, series, documentaries, video games, and other visual media, elevating the viewer’s experience.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Helix Electric helped Lizzie and Nathalie rescue the overwhelmed feline using an elevating work platform.
—Justine Fisher, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
Through the Enea Tree Museum and various global initiatives, Enea seeks to highlight the essential role of trees in combating climate change, restoring ecological balance, and elevating human well-being.
—Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
These achievements reflect not only our passion for the craft, but also our collective drive to continue elevating the whiskey experience for our consumers around the world.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elevating
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Brennen says one of the most moving moments was when the granddaughter spoke to the crowd.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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Pic delves into the relevant issue of prejudice, but in a funny and moving manner.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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London time, lifting the company to the top of the Stoxx 600 index.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
5 Feb. 2025
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Palantir Technologies jumped 24% and was one of the strongest forces lifting the S&P 500 after reporting a better profit for the latest quarter than analysts expected.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2025
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Fans booed everything from a Netflix mention to Hogan promoting Real American Beer, which Hogan owns alongside minority owner WWE.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile Russia is promoting drone awareness in children in other ways, down to children’s cartoons in which characters use their videogame skills to pilot drones delivering toys.—
David Hambling,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Neurological conditions like neuropathy, which can change the sensation in the toes or feet, can also impact balance and mobility, raising the risk of falls, Clifford Segil, DO, a neurologist who treats older adults at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, CA, told Health.—
Korin Miller,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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The biggest hurdle is raising the $160,000 needed to send 21 students and four chaperones across the Atlantic.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
Journal Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Skip the crowded terminals by upgrading to lounge access for a more comfortable experience.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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The airline is currently upgrading its business class cabin with an adjustable sliding door for privacy, a 23-inch seat width, and a 22-inch Television screen, and plans to roll out free, fast Wi-Fi to all passengers starting in 2025.—
Alison Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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One of the most affecting posts was a picture of a small garbage bag-like plastic bag that contains a baby’s body.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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For the picture-seeking visitor, however, the most affecting changes are quieter.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Books like ‘The White Lotus’ These books – new and old – are filled with rich getaways, privileged vacationers and murder mysteries and are sure to scratch the same itch as Mike White’s intoxicating series.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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Notes of pear and raspberry bring a sharp, electrifying brightness, while golden amber adds a deep, intoxicating warmth.—
Venus Wong,
Refinery29,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Buffalo also had an inspiring end to the season two years ago, and that’s what has made fans skeptical that this late-season run means much.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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The future is incredibly inspiring as the brand continues to create awareness around the importance of fitness, movement and wellness.—
Amy Shoenthal,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Elevating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elevating. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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