lifted
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But Manchester's rising tide has not lifted all boats in Makerfield.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Kris Harrison declined to attend the inquest to give evidence, but in written statements said the gun just "went off" as he lifted it out of a case to show his daughter.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Middle East peace hopes, meanwhile, were lifted after Israel and Iran pulled back from Sunday’s escalation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Analysts have lifted earnings expectations for companies in the ETF in aggregate, and boosted their 2027 earnings per share estimates by 38% from the close of 2025 to date, according to FactSet.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
The porcupine lifted her needle-sharp quills and the coyotes’ eyes flashed with wicked delight.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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