Meanings

introductory remarks

launch (of a rocket, satellite, etc.)

to launch

for appearances' sake

desk phone

shelving (a matter, plan, etc.)

to carry up

to temper thoroughly

land shark

above ground

to raise (one's voice)

relief work

to emboss

top

to jump up

wage increase

to be lifted up (with a crane, ropes, etc.)

giving

the heavens

going up and down