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aloft

[uh-lawft, uh-loft] / əˈlɔft, əˈlɒft /
ADVERB
high up
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It could soar on IPO days and remain aloft, despite what the numbers suggest will be a majestic overvaluation from the inception.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Roars filled the air at the end of the parade route when the trophy was held aloft before confetti rained down on supporters.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

McIlroy hugged his caddie Harry Diamond, looked to the sky and let out a roar as he raised him arms aloft - his sixth major title cementing his place as one of the sport's greats.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Here are some of the supports keeping them aloft.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

They blow and snort, their necks arched and tails aloft.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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