marking up

Definition of marking upnext
present participle of mark up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for marking up
marking down
Verb
  • By marking down the collateral for that leverage, JPMorgan is reducing the ability of private credit firms to borrow against their loans, and in some cases could even force firms to post more collateral.
    Hugh Son, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
  • The store is continually marking down wedding dresses and other items, with discounts currently reaching as high as 50% off.
    Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2025
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“Marking up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marking%20up. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

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