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Recent Examples of upper
Rachel Raposas, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
With a breathable mesh and synthetic upper, durable rubber outsole, and 1 1/4-inch heel height, the design delivers both style and function.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Lauren Wingenroth, SELF, 25 July 2025
The colorful upper is breathable and moisture-wicking to keep your feet from getting sweaty or soaked by rain.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Adjective
But instead of scanning the can's barcode, Dew whipped out her upper forearm and scanned her tattoo instead — and sure enough, the sale went through.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
With a breathable mesh and synthetic upper, durable rubber outsole, and 1 1/4-inch heel height, the design delivers both style and function.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
But this pair is made for the trails, with a grippy outsole, a protective upper, and even the ability to attach a gaiter.
—Lauren Wingenroth, SELF, 25 July 2025
The colorful upper is breathable and moisture-wicking to keep your feet from getting sweaty or soaked by rain.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upper
Noun
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In 1989, Jones would buy the Dallas Cowboys for $140 million after finding success in oil and gas exploration.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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South Carolina: The GE Appliances plant in Camden, South Carolina currently produces gas water heaters.—
Olivia Evans,
The Courier-Journal,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In one month, she was invited to several more events, baby showers, weddings, and bachelorette trips, on top of planning her own birthday party.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Last but certainly not least, beginning September 1, Krispy Kreme is giving fans a chance to win a trip to either Universal Studios Hollywood or Universal Orlando Resort to experience the magic and excitement of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The third and uppermost floor is reached by another flight of stairs and hosts the master bedroom.—
Adam Williams
July 02,
New Atlas,
2 July 2025
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Lake Buchanan, the uppermost reservoir among the Highland Lakes, has risen 20 feet since July 1 and is now 100% full, up from 61% last month.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
16 July 2025
Noun
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Soderstrom surpassed All-Star slugger Brent Rooker for the team lead with 71 RBI with the blast.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Clairton resident Amy Sowers was sitting on her porch, located less than a mile from the plant, and felt her house shake from the blast.—
Marc Levy,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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After a blistering first quarter fueled by a pre-tariff rush, U.S. trade with the world fell for the third consecutive month, according to U.S. Census Bureau data released Tuesday.—
Ken Roberts,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Your body then releases a rush of insulin to bring those sugar levels back down.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But the Times’ topmost editors wanted to err on the side of caution.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The good news is that the unaffected upper levels of the multistory theater reopened for screenings the next day, which means the massive Imax auditorium on the topmost floor was thankfully spared.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
15 July 2025
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“Upper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upper. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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