lift
word
Definition
To move something upward or to rise to a higher position using force. As a noun, it can also mean a ride in someone’s car or a machine that carries people up and down in a building.
Usage & Nuances
As a verb, common patterns are 'lift a box', 'lift your head', and 'lift weights'. In British English, 'lift' commonly means 'elevator'; in American English, that meaning is usually 'elevator', while 'lift' is more common for raising something or giving someone a ride. 'Give me a lift' is informal and means take me somewhere by car.
Example Sentences
Can you lift this bag for me?
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We took the lift to the tenth floor.
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She gave me a lift home after school.
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I’ve been lifting weights at the gym three times a week.
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Could you lift your eyes from your phone for one second?
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If you miss the last bus, I can lift you back to your hotel.
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