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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

"That was beautiful," Arteta said after lifting the Premier League trophy for the first time, hoisting it aloft at Selhurst Park following Sunday's 2-1 win against Crystal Palace.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The goals flowed even if the silverware didn't - 206 in total, the England striker charged around St James', arm aloft, to become Newcastle and the Premier League's all-time top scorer.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

“Wealthy Americans have been credited with keeping consumer spending aloft over the past few years as general uncertainty spread,” said Elizabeth Renter, senior economist at NerdWallet.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Then he slapped his mighty belly, holding his pizzas aloft as if he were carrying the Super Bowl trophy.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda




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