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Recent Examples of up-and-down
Lloyd was available in free agency because the Jacksonville Jaguars declined his fifth-year option last offseason after three up-and-down years.
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Mike Kaye
april 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Part of the team’s up-and-down depth, Jacob can be recalled and optioned back to the minors for more times.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Ayton has had an up-and-down season despite playing in a career-high 72 games.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
The up-and-down offense may be starting to even out, and Wednesday’s outing was a good sign.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
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Mike Kaye
april 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Part of the team’s up-and-down depth, Jacob can be recalled and optioned back to the minors for more times.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Ayton has had an up-and-down season despite playing in a career-high 72 games.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
The up-and-down offense may be starting to even out, and Wednesday’s outing was a good sign.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for up-and-down
vertical
Adjective
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Given Tate’s vertical pacing and tracking skills, Ward can let the ball fly with confidence.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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On this feminine top, cap sleeves pair with vertical stripes to help elongate your torso.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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