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Lift-see

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

to raise, elevate, or make something rise to a higher position

Example Sentences:

• The weightlifter effortlessly lifted the heavy barbell.
• She lifted the suitcase and placed it on the shelf.
• He lifted his son onto his shoulders so he could see the parade.

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Sense 2:

to move or carry someone or something from a lower to a higher level

Example Sentences:

• The construction workers lifted the concrete blocks to the upper floors using a crane.
• We can lift the sofa together and take it upstairs.

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Sense 3:

to remove or raise something or someone to a higher position or level

Example Sentences:

• She lifted the covers to reveal the hidden treasure.
• The curtain lifted, revealing the dancers on the stage.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

a ride or journey in a vehicle to transport people or goods to a higher level or floor

Example Sentences:

• I took the lift to the top floor of the building.
• The elevator malfunctioned, so we had to use the stairs instead of the lift.

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Sense 2:

a device used to raise or lower heavy objects

Example Sentences:

• The forklift operator used the lift to move the crates into the warehouse.
• He rented a scissor lift to paint the walls of his house.

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