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  • present participle of uplift.
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uplifting

[uhp-lif-ting] / ʌpˈlɪf tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
inspirational
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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EW&F is emblematic of Black identity, uplifting Black joy through a message of infinite possibility and affirmation, “feeding into little souls like mine,” says Michelle Obama.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Instead of enlisting surrogates to push an uplifting vision for L.A.’s future, Pratt elevates those who speak of the city as a West Coast Chernobyl.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

An uplifting hymn to the great outdoors, it has shades of Griff and Sigrid in its eco-friendly pop.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Despite largely negative reviews from critics who called the film superficial, audiences flocked to the uplifting take on Jackson’s early career packed with classic songs like “Bad” and “Thriller.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

I had prepared myself for that, and even thought of several positive, uplifting aphorisms to cheer him up.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles




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