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lift all boats

idiom
Meaning

To benefit all participants; to have a wide-ranging positive effect.


Origin

disputed origin

From the proverb a rising tide lifts all boats.

Examples
SIMPLE

A strong economy helps to lift all boats.

CONTEXTUAL

The new technology improved efficiency across the entire company, which helped to lift all boats.

COMPLEX

By investing in universal education and infrastructure, the government aimed to implement policies that would lift all boats regardless of social status.

Anchors to
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  1. 01

    lift one's game

    To improve one's performance through practice or additional effort.

  2. 02

    lift someone's spirits

    to cause someone to be cheerful or euphoric.

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