hoisted
Example Sentences
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I deserved to be hoisted in the air in a true “Dirty Dancing” moment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
Barely a week after they hoisted the Lombardi Trophy, the Allen estate announced that the team was up for sale.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
She and del Vecchio were alleged to have hoisted a flag of the Islamic State group in the reserve where the couple disappeared in 2018.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
Instead, she was hoisted onto the shoulders of social media and showered with virtual applause.
From Salon ● Jul. 2, 2026
“It now has a use,” Amah said as she hoisted Pinmei up.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
