ensky

verb

in-ˈskī How to pronounce ensky (audio)
Definition of enskynext
as in to elevate
to assign a high status or value to a society that seems to have enskied celebrity as an end in itself

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  1. elevate
  2. promote
  3. lift
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  • The Property Masters Guild aims to highlight and elevate the craft of the Property Master by raising awareness, fostering collaboration among craft artisans, educating its members and inspiring future generations of Property Masters.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • As Altman absorbs the public’s fears and frustrations over AI, the company has recently sought to elevate Brockman’s profile as a counterweight.
    — Alex Heath, Time, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of elevate
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  • When applied to the scalp, certain peptides can send signals that promote follicle function, extend the growth phase of the hair cycle, and strengthen the tissue surrounding the follicle.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Trump has also promoted the destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities and navy, and the reduction in missile and drone capabilities, as measures of success.
    — Bart Jansen, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of promote
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  • Walking into a grief weight-lifting class, though — that could be an easier task.
    — Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Another is poised to lift off within the next month, and may be the rocket's first attempt at fully reaching orbit.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of lift
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“Ensky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensky. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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