upsweep

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verb

up·sweep ˈəp-ˌswēp

upswept ˈəp-ˌswept

; upsweeping

intransitive verb

: to sweep upward

upsweep

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Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

The roofline also collides with the upsweeping beltline at the top of the rear doors, where the door handles are cleverly concealed.

Dan Neil, WSJ, 28 Sep. 2017

Noun

The rocker panel upsweep remains but the wheel arches have become rounder than before.

Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes, 31 May 2022 The glorious auburn of Swinton’s upswept hairdo is a sight to see, if not as impressive as the upsweep itself.

BostonGlobe.com, 21 Oct. 2021

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