lift a little

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To raise something by a small amount.

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Examples (10)

  • Could you lift your arm a little so I can clean underneath?
  • The heavy box needed them to lift it a little to slide it into place.
  • Just lift your head a little, and you'll see the top of the mountain.
  • He asked her to lift the corner of the rug a little to check for dust.
  • If you could lift the lid a little, the steam will escape.
  • The mechanic told him to lift the car a little with the jack.
  • She managed to lift the sleepy child a little higher onto her hip.
  • Please lift your feet a little when crossing the threshold.
  • The curtains need to be lifted a little to let in more light.
  • He tried to lift the mood a little with a joke.