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
Tax and estate consultant Gary Phillips, based in New York, says as tax season approaches, the mood is upbeat among his clients.
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Scott Neuman, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Its fourth-quarter outlook was also upbeat.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
What was once an upbeat, old-timey Broadway song now felt more like a warning sign for the residents of Derry.
—Alexis Mikulski Ruiz, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
This sounds like depressing stuff, and Mothertongue is not extremely upbeat.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 30 Oct. 2025
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Scott Neuman, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Its fourth-quarter outlook was also upbeat.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2025
What was once an upbeat, old-timey Broadway song now felt more like a warning sign for the residents of Derry.
—Alexis Mikulski Ruiz, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
This sounds like depressing stuff, and Mothertongue is not extremely upbeat.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 30 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for upbeat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upbeat
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Cheeky faux finishes played a big part in realizing that vision, as did cheerful color washing.—
Elizabeth Kiefer,
Architectural Digest,
6 Nov. 2025
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The account has already attracted over 63,000 followers, many of whom originally believed the cheerful residents were real.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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The struggling team may not be done there, with an insider reporting that teams are calling about another promising defensive player -- with the Jets looking at a Day 2 pick in return.—
Nathan Dougherty,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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Making over $80,000 may sound like a promising salary for some, but the paycheck would struggle to keep up with New Yorkers’ cost of living.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
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Kidd sounded optimistic about the possibility of pairing Irving and Flagg together.—
Christian Clark,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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Franchise creator Kevin Williamson seems optimistic.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The popular lounge set comes in 16 colors, including neutrals, bright hues, and several shades of blue.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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The future is bright, the options are endless.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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As governor, his folksy, hopeful online webcasts drew national viewership.—
Brian Mann,
NPR,
3 Nov. 2025
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The filmmakers and Disney are hopeful the pic will have staying power because of its subject matter, originality and solid audience scores.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Upbeat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upbeat. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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