as in increase
something added (as by growth)
an uptick in sales over the last fiscal year
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Recent Examples of uptick
That confirmed earlier surveys showing a similar uptick.
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Medora Lee, USA Today, 10 June 2025
Some of the uptick in linear CPMs isn’t driven by a robust market, but by the fact that the networks have less traditional entertainment to sell and smaller audiences projected to watch what remains.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 9 June 2025
Over the next four days, four inmates in four states are scheduled to be put to death – a cluster that, while not abnormal – comes amid a national uptick in executions as President Donald Trump calls for the death penalty’s expansion.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 9 June 2025
McLaughlin said there’s been an uptick in assault on law enforcement officers across the country.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 7 June 2025
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Medora Lee, USA Today, 10 June 2025
Some of the uptick in linear CPMs isn’t driven by a robust market, but by the fact that the networks have less traditional entertainment to sell and smaller audiences projected to watch what remains.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 9 June 2025
Over the next four days, four inmates in four states are scheduled to be put to death – a cluster that, while not abnormal – comes amid a national uptick in executions as President Donald Trump calls for the death penalty’s expansion.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 9 June 2025
McLaughlin said there’s been an uptick in assault on law enforcement officers across the country.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uptick
Noun
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The top three contributors to hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
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The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2025
Noun
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At Buena Nota Bakery & Coffee Shop, a caffeine boost is anything but ordinary.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2025
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Stop in to get the boost for your own statement soon!—
Emiene Wright,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2025
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During the hearing, Hegseth is widely expected to dodge many of the specifics on the military's spending blueprint, which has not been released, and instead highlight recent gains in recruiting numbers and new technology initiatives in the Army.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
10 June 2025
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They are seen as disruptive, aggressive and focused solely on short-term gains.—
Alexander Savin,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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In addition, Israel struck components of Iran’s air defence network destroying dozens of radar stations and launchers.—
Natasha Lindstaedt,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The device will reveal information about the engine and control settings, in addition to cockpit conversations, Paul Fromme, a mechanical engineer with the U.K.-based Institution of Mechanical Engineers said in a statement.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 June 2025
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The findings show that, between 2021 and 2023, cannabis use among older adults in the U.S. saw a significant rise, with some groups showing especially sharp increases.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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One of the clearest indicators of this shift is the growing rise and relevance of nontraditional finance.—
Liquidia,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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“Uptick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uptick. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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