To direct (the mind, thoughts, etc.) toward more worthy things.
To raise (something) to a higher position.
To confer honor or nobility on (someone).
To promote (someone) to a higher rank.
To make (something or someone) more worthy or of greater value.
To increase the intensity or degree of (something).
To accept (a proposal, offer, request, etc.) from.
To implement, to employ, to put into use.
To review the solutions to a test or other assessment with a class.
To begin doing (an activity) on a regular basis.
To occupy; to consume (space or time).
Synonym of take in (“tighten a belaying rope”)
To resume.
To pick up.
To address (an issue).
To shorten by hemming.