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uplift

[uhp-lift, uhp-lift] / ʌpˈlɪft, ˈʌpˌlɪft /


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The earnings "uplift appears less pronounced than peers", RBC bank analysts wrote in a note.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

In Sweden and Finland, geological uplift is producing a relative decline in sea level along parts of the coast.

From Science Daily Aug. 3, 2026

It noted a more than 60% uplift in volume from debit cards and tap-to-pay options, while buy-now-pay-later volume rose 26%.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

"We got more stock in but we weren't anticipating quite the uplift, particularly on Emily Wilson," Waterstones chief operating officer Kate Skipper told BBC Radio 4's Today programme.

From BBC Jul. 22, 2026

Clearly there had to be some additional process, some form of renewal and uplift, that created new hills and mountains to keep the cycle going.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson

Meanwhile NielsenIQ noted many related works -- including "The Iliad", Madeline Miller's "Circe" and Margaret Atwood's "The Penelopiad" -- had also seen "significant" sales uplifts.

From Barron's Jul. 30, 2026

"I reiterate my commitment to ensuring HSC colleagues receive their recommended 26-27 pay uplifts, despite the unprecedented shortfall as indicated in my draft budget," he said.

From BBC Jun. 28, 2026

“The uncertainty surrounding which companies will experience long-term earnings uplifts from AI helps explain the practical focus of most investors on the near-term earnings impact from AI,” Snider said.

From Barron's May 27, 2026

“The K line presents an opportunity for a different choice, an opportunity to learn from this history and ensure that investment in transit uplifts rather than harms.”

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 26, 2026

The curious beauty of African music is that it uplifts even as it tells a sad tale.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

It’s been a week of emotional and intellectual whiplash, but I head into the theater feeling uplifted.

From Slate May 8, 2026

For those weighed down by adult concerns, watching an episode leaves them feeling uplifted.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 30, 2026

While artificial intelligence investments and spending by well-off families have powered the robust economic growth, it remains unclear if most households will feel uplifted by this boom.

From Barron's Feb. 20, 2026

Kotb returned this week to serve as a reassuring presence, keeping the mood uplifted while reminding viewers that the Guthries remain at the fore of their thoughts.

From Salon Feb. 13, 2026

Students need to be uplifted and spirited to add to the quality of their successful program.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

The most uplifting parts of Ms. Kaushal’s book highlight the extent to which African immigrants cherish the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 10, 2026

McLean said when GST was introduced the states agreed to compensate islanders by improving personal tax allowances, uplifting income support payments and targeted support through the community costs bonus.

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

On Friday, the city of L.A. honored the series’ decade-long run and legacy of uplifting bolero music by declaring Aug.1 “Día del Bolero.”

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 26, 2026

EW&F is emblematic of Black identity, uplifting Black joy through a message of infinite possibility and affirmation, “feeding into little souls like mine,” says Michelle Obama.

From Salon Jun. 7, 2026

I missed Papa’s deep, strong voice, and being away from home, away from my siblings, it was extra nice to hear something so familiar and uplifting.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz




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