as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
a new upscale shopping center is under construction on the west end of town
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Recent Examples of upscale
In contrast, eastern districts such as Providencia and Las Condes are characterized by modern office towers, upscale residential areas, and some of the highest standards of living in the country.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Two-color combinations such as purple and yellow add contrast and energy, while a green-and-white palette delivers a clean, upscale, minimal look.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
Start with a browse around the cluster of upscale boutiques along the Rue Vieille du Temple, before exploring the dizzying choice of restaurants and bars on surrounding streets.
—Ellie Seymour, TheWeek, 12 May 2026
Travelers looking for an upscale desert stay can also book ULUM Moab, a Michelin two-key luxury glamping resort.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Two-color combinations such as purple and yellow add contrast and energy, while a green-and-white palette delivers a clean, upscale, minimal look.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
Start with a browse around the cluster of upscale boutiques along the Rue Vieille du Temple, before exploring the dizzying choice of restaurants and bars on surrounding streets.
—Ellie Seymour, TheWeek, 12 May 2026
Travelers looking for an upscale desert stay can also book ULUM Moab, a Michelin two-key luxury glamping resort.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for upscale
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
Adjective
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Lakeside or beachside, this flowy poncho top and mini skirt set is a fashionable look for daytime exploration.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Ahead, shop more of my mom’s Quince shoe picks for looking fashionable while staying comfortable.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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The bottoms don’t just feel more elegant, but are a quick way to make outfits appear upscale whether they’re styled with a T-shirt and sneakers or a button-up shirt and ballet flats.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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The palate is velvety and elegant, balancing weight with restraint.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 May 2026
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Inside lies an exclusive self-winding chronograph (JCAA05) that provides a power reserve of 48 hours.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Unplugged travel — vacations built around locking up your phone and stepping away from screens — is reshaping how people book time off, and high-end resorts are racing to meet the demand.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
16 May 2026
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Honor took to Cannes China Night to showcase the Robot Phone in partnership with ARRI, the German camera maker known for high-end cinema and motion picture equipment.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Since then, the company has expanded considerably, introduced many new models, started working with local dealers in the US, and moved a bit upmarket.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
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Today, in a fitting analog to the city’s own upmarket transformations, the America Terminal mostly welcomes luxury cruise ships.—
Laura Moser,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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“Upscale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upscale. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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