1
as in increased
being at a higher level than average
the level of the lake is up this spring
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2
as in finished
brought or having come to an end
okay, time is up
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3
as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
she's always up on the latest developments in fashion
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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number
climbing fuel prices have forced the delivery company to up its prices
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2
as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
upped the catboat's sail
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as in to rise
to move or extend upward
the road constantly ups and downs as it makes its way over the hills
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as in rise
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Recent Examples of up
Gene Maddaus, Variety, 22 May 2025
The Last Of Us crept into third place, up from fifth the week prior, when Season 2 debuted.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 22 May 2025
Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Facing similar pressures, Waffle House and Denny's recently imposed a surcharge for menu items containing eggs as opposed to a straight up price hike.
—Brian Evans, CNBC, 8 Mar. 2025
Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
Delta Air Lines is upping the appeal of its most premium cabin with a fresh amenity kit and bedding, designed in partnership with Italian label Missoni.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
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Adverb
The report found that 40.4% of TV writers in the 2023-24 season were Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) — up from 32% three years earlier.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 22 May 2025
The Last Of Us crept into third place, up from fifth the week prior, when Season 2 debuted.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 22 May 2025
Adjective
The company has also eliminated the up charge for dairy-free alternatives, reintroduced condiment bars and ceramic mugs, and promised more comfortable seating and power outlets, but only for paying customers.
—Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Facing similar pressures, Waffle House and Denny's recently imposed a surcharge for menu items containing eggs as opposed to a straight up price hike.
—Brian Evans, CNBC, 8 Mar. 2025
Verb
The aggressive official rhetoric surrounding President Yoon’s drug war also upped these incentives while lowering safeguards, experts say.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
Delta Air Lines is upping the appeal of its most premium cabin with a fresh amenity kit and bedding, designed in partnership with Italian label Missoni.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for up
Adjective
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Certain foods, swallowed air, or sensitivity to specific ingredients, such as lactose in dairy products, can also cause increased stomach sounds unrelated to hunger.4 Is there a way to make stomach growling less noticeable?—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
21 May 2025
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One section of the bill would allow increased leasing of public lands for drilling, mining and logging while clearing the path for more development by speeding up government approvals.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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The finished basement has a kitchenette, a windowed full bathroom and a washer/dryer.—
Heather Senison,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The back and front of a finished Legit Kits quilt, with the design’s guidance paper still attached.—
Megan Sauer
Ryan Johnston,
CNBC,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Two years later, Carrie became acquainted with Miranda in a Bloomingdale’s dressing room.—
Hannah Malach,
Footwear News,
28 May 2025
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Broncos fans became acquainted with Perine in 2023 as the veteran running back who turned into a favorite third-down target and a two-minute weapon for Russell Wilson.—
Troy Renck,
The Denver Post,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
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These stressors seem to be taking a toll; measurements show anxiety and sleep deprivation among adolescents are rising, and even teen suicide attempts are increasing.—
Clara Moskowitz,
Scientific American,
26 May 2025
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Hair's porosity will increase in response to the voids in your hair when the cortex and medulla are damaged.23 Low-porosity hair is identified by its tightly closed cuticles, which are reluctant to absorb water, hair products, or oils.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
26 May 2025
Verb
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Zeke’s mother, Courtney, explained the financial burden lifted by the Children’s Flight of Hope on her and other families.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2025
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Removing Old or Set-in Vaseline Stains on Delicate Fabrics Cornstarch or baby powder can lift Vaseline stains from fabrics, thanks to their absorbency.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Insurance premiums have risen 24% on average in recent years, according to the Consumer Federation of America.—
Michael Copley,
NPR,
23 May 2025
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Future policy changes could determine whether America’s retirement age continues to rise.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
Noun
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These are some of nearly 70 environmental action items identified in the Project 2025 Tracker, of which 47 are already completed or in progress less than 150 days into President Trump’s second term.—
Hayley Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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Real progress likely depends on systemic change: bold regulations to limit plastic production, major investments in alternative materials, and the will to challenge an industry that has polluted our planet for decades.—
Aissa Dearing,
JSTOR Daily,
22 May 2025
Adverb
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With several third and fourth year players trending upward, Green Bay should be poised to make a move.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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While breast cancer mortality rates have steadily decreased across the board, breast cancer incidence rates are still trending upward, especially in women under 50, per recent American Cancer Society data.—
Mara Santilli,
Flow Space,
21 May 2025
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“Up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/up. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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