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uplift

[uhp-lift, uhp-lift] / ʌpˈlɪft, ˈʌpˌlɪft /


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The earnings "uplift appears less pronounced than peers", RBC bank analysts wrote in a note.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

In Sweden and Finland, geological uplift is producing a relative decline in sea level along parts of the coast.

From Science Daily Aug. 3, 2026

Enterprise customers are moving up to premium tiers and expanding their software spend, and ServiceNow is anticipating a pricing uplift of 20% to 30%.

From MarketWatch Aug. 1, 2026

"It would be really good to see a budgetary uplift," she added, but acknowledged that "in this economic climate that is going to be a real challenge".

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

For the second time she reminded Cora of the lessons in reading and writing, which were optional but recommended, in keeping with their mission of colored uplift, especially for those with aptitude.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead

Meanwhile NielsenIQ noted many related works -- including "The Iliad", Madeline Miller's "Circe" and Margaret Atwood's "The Penelopiad" -- had also seen "significant" sales uplifts.

From Barron's Jul. 30, 2026

"I reiterate my commitment to ensuring HSC colleagues receive their recommended 26/27 pay uplifts, despite the unprecedented shortfall as indicated in my draft budget," he said.

From BBC Jun. 24, 2026

“The uncertainty surrounding which companies will experience long-term earnings uplifts from AI helps explain the practical focus of most investors on the near-term earnings impact from AI,” Snider said.

From Barron's May 27, 2026

“It uplifts burgers and sandwiches when used as a spread,” TJ’s said of its seasonal cheese.

From Salon Sep. 29, 2025

The curious beauty of African music is that it uplifts even as it tells a sad tale.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

I left our short chat feeling uplifted by how smiley and polite he was in daylight and while we were sober.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 3, 2026

It’s been a week of emotional and intellectual whiplash, but I head into the theater feeling uplifted.

From Slate May 8, 2026

While artificial intelligence investments and spending by well-off families have powered the robust economic growth, it remains unclear if most households will feel uplifted by this boom.

From Barron's Feb. 20, 2026

Kotb returned this week to serve as a reassuring presence, keeping the mood uplifted while reminding viewers that the Guthries remain at the fore of their thoughts.

From Salon Feb. 13, 2026

Students need to be uplifted and spirited to add to the quality of their successful program.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

President Trump posted on Truth Social that “we loved them and their great and uplifting song.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 1, 2026

Steven said the experience of visiting the Taff Ely food bank was "uplifting" because people were very welcoming.

From BBC Jul. 1, 2026

Still, it’s easy to be won over by the album’s passionate commitment and range, how it manages to be depressing and uplifting in equal measure.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 30, 2026

Earth, Wind & Fire’s cheery, uplifting hits were at odds with the decadeslong internal strain that eventually tore the band apart.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 18, 2026

Counterpoint, to Bach, was the ultimate set of laws in music; obeying these laws was for him something beautiful, uplifting and reassuring.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall




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