1
as in hill
an upward slope
had to walk our bicycle on the upgrades on our ride through the hills
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2
as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
received an upgrade to lieutenant
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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
there's a steep upgrade to some of the hills on that route
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as in to promote
to move higher in rank or position
upgraded them to first class
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as in to improve
to make better
that restaurant had better upgrade its service—and fast—if it wants to stay in business
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Recent Examples of upgrade
Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 25 June 2025
Gibson said Station 3, built in 1973, is nearing the end of its useful life and would require an upgrade at the very least.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 25 June 2025
Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 26 June 2025
Sound Bar Deals The Amazon Fire TV Soundbar is basically the no-fuss upgrade your living room has been waiting for.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 25 June 2025
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Noun
SpaceX says this is the second time the Falcon 9 booster has been used and the maiden flight of a new Dragon capsule—named Grace—that includes multiple design upgrades.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 25 June 2025
Gibson said Station 3, built in 1973, is nearing the end of its useful life and would require an upgrade at the very least.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 25 June 2025
Verb
This includes upgrading the lights and mirrors in guest rooms at the historic hotel, which the report notes scored a 64.54% customer satisfaction rating in 2024.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 26 June 2025
Sound Bar Deals The Amazon Fire TV Soundbar is basically the no-fuss upgrade your living room has been waiting for.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrade
Noun
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Set high above Hollywood, the rooftop setting features iconic, 360-views of the Hollywood sign, Capital Records building and surrounding hills.—
Chelsea Frank,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, hill peaks, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 June 2025
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His new role solidifies his place in the ongoing integration between the two promotions.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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That might seem like a sign of an upcoming promotion.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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The plan also involves adding California Highway Patrol observation areas, vehicle pull-out areas, a traffic signal at Noble Road, as well as slope protection and drainage improvements, and improvements to the tidal salt marsh and public access.—
Adrian Rodriguez,
Mercury News,
18 June 2025
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The journey’s two remote campsites are reached by traversing spectacular terrain on foot across glaciers, up icy slopes, and through glittering blue ice caves.—
Chloe Berge,
Outside Online,
17 June 2025
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This intergovernmental coalition brings together 43 countries, working collectively to promote and defend freedom of religion or belief worldwide.—
Nuri Kino,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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The Jays also designated reliever Erik Swanson for assignment, promoting pitchers Paxton Schultz and Justin Bruihl to the 26-man roster.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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But Marsha believed that collectives were stronger than any individuals and that standing in solidarity with one another could improve the safety of their community.—
Raquel Willis,
Time,
19 June 2025
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After four weeks, his strength, sensitivity and coordination had improved, according to Thomas.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2025
Noun
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And, swear to God, my inclination to be a doctor was that.—
Kimberly Dishongh,
Arkansas Online,
22 June 2025
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And Just Like That is out of a inclination to see Carrie continue to live her messy and fabulous life as a pretty egregiously out-of-touch Manhattan socialite.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
20 June 2025
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Regardless of the advancements in health from AI, Radeva said the human element will still be necessary..—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
17 June 2025
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The sooner Allen started the clock on his second and third contracts, the quicker the agents could make their coveted return on investments paid in the form of pre-draft training and, in some instances, money advancements before the prospects had played an NFL down.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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Ramping up the incline on a treadmill or taking a trail riddled with hills can certainly get your heart pumping…or turn a casual stroll into a banger of a leg workout.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
20 June 2025
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There are multiple grab handles (the 20 percent incline gets real very fast), and the lower ones have heart rate sensors.—
Kristin Canning,
Wired News,
8 June 2025
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“Upgrade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upgrade. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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