1
as in increased
being at a higher level than average
the level of the lake is up this spring
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2
as in finished
brought or having come to an end
okay, time is up
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3
as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
she's always up on the latest developments in fashion
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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number
climbing fuel prices have forced the delivery company to up its prices
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2
as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
upped the catboat's sail
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as in to rise
to move or extend upward
the road constantly ups and downs as it makes its way over the hills
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as in rise
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Recent Examples of up
Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2025
Little Pathfinders will be able to serve up to 85 children ages 6 weeks to 13 years old, up from 72 children ages 6 weeks to 5 years at its former location.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2025
Jesse Pound, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
An up vote could mean a return to the Trop might be viable by 2026 and tie the Rays to the area for three more seasons.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
Delta Air Lines is upping the appeal of its most premium cabin with a fresh amenity kit and bedding, designed in partnership with Italian label Missoni.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
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Adverb
That may leave the White Sox facing a choice whether to stay in Chicago or leave for greener pastures in another city after the Rate Field lease is up.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2025
Little Pathfinders will be able to serve up to 85 children ages 6 weeks to 13 years old, up from 72 children ages 6 weeks to 5 years at its former location.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2025
Adjective
Even on up days during the last few volatile weeks, the market has failed to get back to the 5,500 level, which is close to its pre-April 2 low from March.
—Jesse Pound, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
An up vote could mean a return to the Trop might be viable by 2026 and tie the Rays to the area for three more seasons.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
The aggressive official rhetoric surrounding President Yoon’s drug war also upped these incentives while lowering safeguards, experts say.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
Delta Air Lines is upping the appeal of its most premium cabin with a fresh amenity kit and bedding, designed in partnership with Italian label Missoni.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for up
Adjective
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Certain foods, swallowed air, or sensitivity to specific ingredients, such as lactose in dairy products, can also cause increased stomach sounds unrelated to hunger.4 Is there a way to make stomach growling less noticeable?—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
21 May 2025
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One section of the bill would allow increased leasing of public lands for drilling, mining and logging while clearing the path for more development by speeding up government approvals.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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The event shows the process of making natural textiles from sheep to finished fabric.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
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Consumer goods: One of the world’s largest apparel companies uses mapping and analytics to trace its supply chain across 40 countries—from raw materials with farmers and fabric makers to finished products–compressing six-month reporting tasks into days or weeks.—
Cindy Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Two years later, Carrie became acquainted with Miranda in a Bloomingdale’s dressing room.—
Hannah Malach,
Footwear News,
28 May 2025
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Broncos fans became acquainted with Perine in 2023 as the veteran running back who turned into a favorite third-down target and a two-minute weapon for Russell Wilson.—
Troy Renck,
The Denver Post,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Whether that caution slows adoption or increases security maturity remains to be seen, but the message is unambiguous: the era of unchecked AI optimism in federal cybersecurity is over.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The company said an indicator light on the vehicle fails to light up and warn drivers of a traction control system or dynamic stability control system issue, increasing the likelihood of them crashing.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
Verb
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But after President Joseph R. Biden Jr. lifted the bans in January 2021, travel from those countries — and from Chad, Libya and Yemen — more than rebounded.—
Allison McCann,
New York Times,
5 June 2025
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But the restrictions haven’t been lifted, causing intense displeasure inside the Trump administration and prompting a recent series of measures imposed on China, three administration officials told CNN last week.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
Verb
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Mike would recall the slimy blisters that rose from Eddie’s face and neck.—
Mark Kriegel
June 4,
Literary Hub,
4 June 2025
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This could further exacerbate the challenges facing first-time homebuyers in the state, who are struggling to get on the property ladder due to historically high mortgage rates, rising prices, and growing housing costs.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Since untreated hypertension progresses and worsens over time, making lifestyle changes to manage blood pressure and stay healthy is vital.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2025
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Currently, there is no data indicating the containment progress of the fire and its cause remains undetermined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2025
Adverb
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Demand Reduction – Tariffs can drive prices upward and potentially reduce consumer demand, particularly on price-sensitive goods.—
Craig Zawada,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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President Trump’s approval rating has trended upward one month after poll aggregates at his 100-day mark painted a grim picture for his presidency’s second term.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
31 May 2025
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“Up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/up. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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