as in maintenance
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
the upkeep of the old place was costing a fortune
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Recent Examples of upkeep
The school said declining enrollment and high upkeep of the building played major role in the decision to close.
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Paul Burton, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Polko explains that the Birkin bangs are ideal for someone who wants minimum styling and upkeep.
—Nicole Catanese, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
The pros say open shelves don't work for every home style, and their upkeep often exceeds what homeowners expect.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
Hair loss drugs like finasteride or minoxidil are typically not covered by insurance, according to the Mayo Clinic, further adding to ongoing costs of upkeep.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for upkeep
Paul Burton, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Polko explains that the Birkin bangs are ideal for someone who wants minimum styling and upkeep.
—Nicole Catanese, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
The pros say open shelves don't work for every home style, and their upkeep often exceeds what homeowners expect.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
Hair loss drugs like finasteride or minoxidil are typically not covered by insurance, according to the Mayo Clinic, further adding to ongoing costs of upkeep.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for upkeep
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upkeep
Noun
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The service allows airlines to stream entertainment to passengers’ devices instead of installing heavier in-flight entertainment systems, reducing maintenance and fuel costs.—
Sydney Goh,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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The special tax zone, which is exlusive to the property, will exact a property tax on future homeowners and buisnesses to fund the creation and maintenance of future roads, sewers and water utilities across the development.—
Samuel O’Neal
March 30,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Researchers have also observed promising improvements in metabolic markers and better preservation of lean muscle mass, says Burns.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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But the transition from accumulation to preservation introduces a different kind of calculus — one where tax efficiency can matter as much as market returns.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2026
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There are solutions for age verification that are both accurate and privacy preserving.—
Annie Chestnut Tutor,
Boston Herald,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Upkeep.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upkeep. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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