Aloft and Flying

Aloft

Aloft adverb - To or in a higher place.
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Synonyms for Aloft

Flying and aloft are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Flying" instead an adjective "Aloft".

Flying

Flying adjective - Acting or done with excessive or careless speed.

Aloft and flying are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Aloft" instead an adjective "Flying".

Nearby Words: fly, flyer, flyover

Both words in one sentence

  • It's kept aloft by a massively destructive Cyclone, and can only be reached with the help of a flying dragon.
  • Zeppelins from Another World In the setting of Space1889, most flying ships on Earth and Mars use "Martian liftwood" to stay aloft, giving them a more ship-like appearance.
  • Anime / Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland Speech-Impaired Animal: Icarus Stationary Wings: Icarus, the flying squirrel, who can hover and stay aloft while gesticulating wildly.
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