raise spirits

Example Sentences

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Between two air-raid alerts, the Kyiv Classic Orchestra on Friday gave travellers at the city's main railway station an hour-long concert, to raise spirits during the war with Russia.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

With Irving, the franchise can sell the promise of a star tandem leading a mesmerizing offense, then set about pursuing a few talented role players to handle the dirty work and raise spirits.

From Washington Post • Mar. 27, 2023

This week it performs Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, ever the work to raise spirits.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 31, 2022

So it was fitting that the Cannes Film Festival turned to him to help raise spirits, and set the tone for the festival, on opening day.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 7, 2021

In fact, Sir Walter was like the Magician who can raise spirits that, once raised, dominate him.

From The Heart of Mid-Lothian, Volume 1 by Scott, Walter, Sir