to lift up
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In Canadian English, this phrasal verb typically means:
to raise something upward
to encourage someone when they are not feeling well emotionally, mentally, or spiritually
EXAMPLES
(definition 1)
“In Canada, students lift up their hands in class to show that they have a question for the teacher or professor.”
(definition 1)
“Do you think you could help me move the couch? I don’t have the money to pay for professional movers…”
“Yes, of course! Right now, or…?”
“If that’s alright…”
“Absolutely! Where do you want me? I can take the left side.”
“Sure. But could you lift it up a little higher, please? I don’t want us to ruin the floor.”
“Yeah, no problem.”
(definition 2)
“I’m sorry for telling you all about my problems.”
“No, don’t apologize. It’s good to talk about things when you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed.”
“Thanks, I really appreciate it. You always lift me up when I’m feeling down.”
(definition 2)
“Lifting yourself up when you’re not feeling your best can take many forms: prayer, going to church, going to the gym, going for a walk outside, reading self-help books….”
What was the last item that you lifted up? When did you last need lifting up? Have you ever lifted someone up? Practice using this phrasal verb by letting me know in the comments below.
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