as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
she was surprised by the unannounced upgrading to the position of supervisor
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as in promoting
to move higher in rank or position
upgraded them to first class
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as in improving
to make better
that restaurant had better upgrade its service—and fast—if it wants to stay in business
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Recent Examples of upgrading
Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 17 Mar. 2026
The latest signals from Beijing’s political gathering have reinforced the view that tech self-reliance and industrial upgrading will anchor economic growth in the years to come.
—Bloomberg News, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
News about intermittent fasting seems to change as frequently as the apps on your phone need upgrading.
—New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
And Park Road have a particular gift for (upgrading) 35mm anamorphic.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Feb. 2026
Many hardware platforms these days benefit from software updates long after the initial purchase price, upgrading capability and usefulness.
—John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Ever think about upgrading from Costco to Nordstrom?
—Michael J. Arlen, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition, data centers require ongoing construction work to accommodate the constant upgrading, replacement and expansion of high-density computer servers, power systems, cooling infrastructure and security systems.
—Mike Clemmons, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
If your computer hasn’t been cleaned up in a while, that would be your best first step to better performance and to fully determine if upgrading is even necessary.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Alex Rozier, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Workers are constantly in and out of these data centers, installing new servers, upgrading microchips and fixing things.
—Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
Against this backdrop, China has begun upgrading older tanks with defensive systems designed for these emerging threats.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Apr. 2026
Future plans call for upgrading several city parks, including major renovations to Festival Park and the Brickie Bowl.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
The money will be used to support a wide range of needs tied to hosting the tournament, including covering police and fire overtime, upgrading emergency equipment, improving communication systems, and supporting training, inspections and emergency planning efforts.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Replace the battery instead of upgrading.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026
In a Facebook post, Headley said his priorities are responsible stewardship of tax dollars, supporting public safety and upgrading the town’s infrastructure.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
The bulk of the money will go toward upgrading the venues’ HVAC systems.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
Brown has long expressed his desire to add another left-handed bat, and the relative inexperience of his outfield still makes that a logical area to explore upgrading.
—Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 17 Mar. 2026
The latest signals from Beijing’s political gathering have reinforced the view that tech self-reliance and industrial upgrading will anchor economic growth in the years to come.
—Bloomberg News, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
News about intermittent fasting seems to change as frequently as the apps on your phone need upgrading.
—New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
And Park Road have a particular gift for (upgrading) 35mm anamorphic.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Feb. 2026
Many hardware platforms these days benefit from software updates long after the initial purchase price, upgrading capability and usefulness.
—John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Ever think about upgrading from Costco to Nordstrom?
—Michael J. Arlen, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition, data centers require ongoing construction work to accommodate the constant upgrading, replacement and expansion of high-density computer servers, power systems, cooling infrastructure and security systems.
—Mike Clemmons, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
If your computer hasn’t been cleaned up in a while, that would be your best first step to better performance and to fully determine if upgrading is even necessary.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
The money would go towards upgrading roofs to meet the FORTIFIED standards set by the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety.
—Alex Rozier, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Workers are constantly in and out of these data centers, installing new servers, upgrading microchips and fixing things.
—Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
Against this backdrop, China has begun upgrading older tanks with defensive systems designed for these emerging threats.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Apr. 2026
Future plans call for upgrading several city parks, including major renovations to Festival Park and the Brickie Bowl.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
The money will be used to support a wide range of needs tied to hosting the tournament, including covering police and fire overtime, upgrading emergency equipment, improving communication systems, and supporting training, inspections and emergency planning efforts.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Replace the battery instead of upgrading.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026
In a Facebook post, Headley said his priorities are responsible stewardship of tax dollars, supporting public safety and upgrading the town’s infrastructure.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
The bulk of the money will go toward upgrading the venues’ HVAC systems.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrading
Noun
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Anonymous Content announced the promotion of nine executives across multiple divisions of the company on Tuesday morning.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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The outfielder’s development was likely impacted by being called up as a 21-year-old with barely any playing time in Triple-A under his belt at the time of his promotion.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Several of her Instagram posts also included hashtags promoting Swift’s album.—
Joe Kottke,
NBC news,
30 Mar. 2026
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Chestnut said in an Instagram story, promoting a clip from the Sunday, March 29, episode, in which Watson is reunited with Sherlock.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
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In improving to 35-3, South Carolina’s 6-foot-3 All-American Joyce Edwards scored 24 points and had 12 rebounds, nine on the offensive glass in overwhelming TCU.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Small changes—from better moisturizing to improving your immediate workspace—can make a noticeable difference.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Plus, uncertainty – the biggest domino of them all – had the potential to recede as companies gained greater clarity on the economy, borrowing costs, tariffs and other federal policies, technological advancements, and geopolitical developments.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
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The recent increase in reports may also be linked to advancements in technology and widespread camera use, prompting the question of whether these tools are amplifying the apparent surge.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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Arthur Brooks, in particular, has made a career of elevating his noncommittal waffling into a warped kind of virtue.—
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Smith is a Marine Corps Purple Heart veteran and an ordained minister whose work challenges traditional monuments by elevating the stories of everyday heroes and historical figures, city officials said in the news release.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Applications will load faster and files will be easier to move, enhancing your workspeed.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Brine, a mixture of water and salt, proved effective at inhibiting spoilage while enhancing the flavor of food.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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