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B2 · Upper Intermediate Law Formal

v. removing a rule, a ban, or a limit.

v. the formal removal or rescinding of a legal restriction, ban, or embargo.

“The government is finally lifting the travel ban next month.”

“The lifting of trade sanctions led to a rapid increase in cross-border investment and renewed diplomatic cooperation between the two nations.”

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun Sports

n. the sport or exercise of picking up heavy weights to get stronger.

n. the activity or sport of weightlifting, typically for physical conditioning or competition.

“She goes to the gym three times a week for some heavy lifting.”

“His training regimen focuses primarily on power lifting to build the explosive strength required for professional rugby.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Medicine Technical

n. a medical operation to make your face look younger by tightening the skin.

n. a surgical procedure intended to reduce signs of aging by tightening facial tissues.

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“She decided against a surgical lifting and chose a simpler treatment instead.”

“Advancements in cosmetic lifting techniques have significantly reduced recovery times and minimized visible scarring for patients.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Informal

n. taking something that does not belong to you, especially from a shop.

n. the act of stealing or shoplifting; taking property without permission.

“The store manager caught a teenager lifting a pair of sunglasses.”

“The security team was alerted to a professional group specialized in lifting high-value electronics from department stores during peak hours.”