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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2
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
Dan Gooding
peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
The upgrade comes a day after Mosaic reported better-than-expected first-quarter earnings.
—Hakyung Kim, CNBC, 8 May 2025
Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
In classic Zuck fashion, his private domains are huge, heavily upgraded, extensively fortified, and often surrounded by other properties he’s scooped up for the sake of privacy.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 May 2025
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Noun
There will also be major infrastructure upgrades, including replacing the old copper wiring used by communications systems with fiber.
—Dan Gooding
peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
The upgrade comes a day after Mosaic reported better-than-expected first-quarter earnings.
—Hakyung Kim, CNBC, 8 May 2025
Verb
The weaponry and number of troops on display were also upgraded compared to the last few years when Russia clearly struggled to put on an impressive military show.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
In classic Zuck fashion, his private domains are huge, heavily upgraded, extensively fortified, and often surrounded by other properties he’s scooped up for the sake of privacy.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrade
Noun
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Photos of the aftermath of the accident, meanwhile, show the roof of the bus separated from the rest of the vehicle, which rests at a diagonal on the side of a hill, per the AP.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, the top of a hill, or a ridge top.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 May 2025
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Founded in 2003, ADI supports the growth and success of small-scale distillers through education, advocacy, networking, and promotion of best practices in the industry.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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And when asked about his thoughts on promotion and relegation, Nance answered decisively.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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Eleven days later, the Chinese team returned to the high slopes to make another attempt.—
Jenny Hall,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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Over the past several years, the resort has experienced significant growth through a three-year ski expansion project, which added new slopes, lifts and advanced snowmaking technology, driving an increase in winter guest visits.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Verb
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When included as part of a balanced diet, soy foods can promote muscle growth, protect heart health, and support weight management.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
13 May 2025
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They were promoted, recruited or referred for most of their roles.—
Gina Riley,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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The program seeks to tackle the issue through nutrition, physical activity, cutting back on medications and improving food and drug quality and safety.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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However, this premium valuation appears justified when considering the company’s extraordinary growth trajectory and improving profitability metrics.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Australia’s giant kangaroos of yesteryear were likely homebodies — and that inclination ultimately did them in.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
23 Apr. 2025
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Even if both premises are correct—that Putin has Hitlerian inclinations and wants to expand into eastern Europe—Western societies may struggle to mobilize the requisite political will and economic resources to contend with the threat.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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Add to the mix the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and the gap between education and reality may be a gulf.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Welcome to Fox News’ Artificial Intelligence newsletter with the latest AI technology advancements.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2025
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Its cooking grate has an incline to encourage fat and grease to fall into the drip tray.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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Walking briskly or at an incline can increase your calorie burn.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Upgrade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upgrade. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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