1
as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
an upbeat attitude about life
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2
as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
several upbeat signs that the economy is improving
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Recent Examples of upbeat
Also known as The Titans of Soft Rock, the band has been invited to play Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the 2025 Bourbon & Beyond because of their ability to launch the crowd into the day with non stop upbeat vibes.
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Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
All are welcome to enjoy these friendly, upbeat community events.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
The rest of Santiago and Nix's friends and family members hit the dance floor as a DJ from Beat Train Productions played upbeat music.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Scrosati proceeded to issue an upbeat take on how AI will impact the film and TV business.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
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Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
All are welcome to enjoy these friendly, upbeat community events.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
The rest of Santiago and Nix's friends and family members hit the dance floor as a DJ from Beat Train Productions played upbeat music.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Scrosati proceeded to issue an upbeat take on how AI will impact the film and TV business.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for upbeat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upbeat
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The YouTuber greets everyone — fan on the street, friend, foe, sitting Congressmen, and unsuspecting Rolling Stone staffer — the same, with a cheerful smile and an already rolling camera crew.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
5 Sep. 2025
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The pet supplement space is crowded with options, many of which have cheerful packaging and confident claims, yet little transparency about efficacy.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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With a combined score of 15, Leavitt is off to a promising start in the competition.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Then that data went to at least two or three judges for review, while all the most promising creams, tools, and polishes were passed out to Allure editors for testing.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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That's why scientists are optimistic about the vaccine.—
Chandelis Duster,
NPR,
14 Sep. 2025
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The good news is that the Vols’ schedule looks pretty manageable by SEC standards, with plenty of optimistic takeaways available in this game.—
Jason Kirk,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This week, a crescent moon will join, shining close to Jupiter before featuring in a rare close conjunction with Venus and bright star Regulus.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Even a half block away, the air smells sweet and bright, like seared shellfish, sharp vinegar, and the blistery green of sizzling herbs.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
14 Sep. 2025
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Trepanier is hopeful but concerned that the plan to remove the birds may fall through.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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There is a lot to be hopeful about.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Upbeat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upbeat. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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