hoisting

verb

present participle of hoist
1
as in heaving
to lift with effort dockworkers hoisted all 164 barrels of molasses out of the ship's hold when it arrived in port

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2
as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position hoisted the flag on the flagpole

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3
as in sipping
to swallow in liquid form I have time to hoist a couple beers before heading home

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Recent Examples of hoisting The World Cup may have ended weeks ago with Spain hoisting soccer’s biggest prize, but many fans are still footing the bill. — Chris Taylor, NBC news, 9 Aug. 2026 If life includes hauling a small child in a safety seat, the CLA’s rear door frame will be a challenge when hoisting out or placing a small child. — Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 History tells us the managers who stay locked in while everyone else pivots toward football draft prep are the ones hoisting trophies come October. — John Laghezza, New York Times, 31 July 2026 For the second time this year, Yaxel Lendeborg finished a playoff run by hoisting a championship trophy. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 20 July 2026 Video released by the agency showed crews hoisting children from a house surrounded with water into a helicopter. — Jesse Bedayn, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026 The Canes were a Carson Beck interception away from hoisting a national championship trophy on their home turf, and many believe this year's squad has more firepower to work with. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026 On July 19, one lucky soccer team will be hoisting a rather stylish trophy to celebrate their triumph. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 14 July 2026 Germany hasn’t won a knockout match since hoisting the trophy in 2014 and exited here against Paraguay in a penalty shootout. — Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoisting
  1. heaving
  2. lifting
  3. sipping
  4. raising
  5. drinking
  6. elevating
  7. gulping
Verb
  • Niemann hit two drives off the property, chopped his way up the fairway and finally lost it by heaving his club.
    — Doug Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026
  • The 1926 storm was more like a steamroller, heaving its hurricane strength winds across 135 miles, from the Keys to West Palm Beach, for nearly 18 hours.
    — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
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  • Maresca is known for his attention to detail and will be hoping Semenyo’s skillset on the pitch brings the club back to lifting domestic and European trophies.
    — Andrew McNicol, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Workday shares jumped 18% in reaction, lifting its market value to $51 billion from about $43 billion.
    — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of lifting
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  • Though it’s made from activewear fabric, if your vacation itinerary demands a few nights out, this dress will work for dancing under palm trees and sipping sunset cocktails.
    — Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Once in Alba, travelers are free to explore on their own, and there are plenty of culinary adventures to embark upon, from browsing seasonal markets, to sipping local wine in historic bars, and visiting artisanal chocolate shops.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Aug. 2026
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  • Previous contracts establishing long-term benefits have been set in increments of 10 or even 20 years, raising the stakes for labor and the state.
    — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The war in the Middle East has made cargoes more scarce and, in turn, more expensive, raising the prospects of another energy crunch.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of raising
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  • If the bladder is already full and there’s nowhere to go, drinking even more fluid is only going to make the problem worse.
    — Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2026
  • By contrast, another participant recalled disagreeing with a friend who believed drinking soda and eating fast food was harmless, a belief the participant considered factually wrong.
    — Andras Molnar, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of drinking
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  • His time in Congress runs counter to voters elevating fresher voices this year.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Partnering with premium consumer brands that bring instant recognition while elevating the guest experience.
    — Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of elevating
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  • Others can’t stand the sound of gulping.
    — Sloane Crosley, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
  • This viral anti-slip slow feeder lick bowl helps prevent gulping and bloating, while keeping your dogs entertained for longer with a healthy, fun challenge.
    — Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 25 May 2026
Definition of gulping

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