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as in promoted
to move higher in rank or position
upgraded them to first class
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as in improved
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 upgraded
Officials announced that Wembanyama’s foul was upgraded to a Flagrant 2 for excessive contact above the neck.
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Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
Officials looked at the play and upgraded the foul to a Flagrant 2, which comes with automatic ejection.
—CBS News, 11 May 2026
The investment firm upgraded the stock to outperform from neutral.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 11 May 2026
More classic bombers like the B-52 are mechanically simpler, can be upgraded easily, and don’t require as much protection from air defense systems.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 9 May 2026
This includes an additional heat setting, a sleeker and slimmer design, an easier-to-maneuver brush handle, upgraded bristles and a more powerful motor.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Veteran swingman Luke Kennard, on the other hand, was upgraded from questionable to available for Game 2 after being listed on the injury report with neck soreness.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Another modernized it with bold accents and colors, plus upgraded surfaces.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 3 May 2026
Upon review, the referees upgraded the foul to a flagrant-1.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
Officials looked at the play and upgraded the foul to a Flagrant 2, which comes with automatic ejection.
—CBS News, 11 May 2026
The investment firm upgraded the stock to outperform from neutral.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 11 May 2026
More classic bombers like the B-52 are mechanically simpler, can be upgraded easily, and don’t require as much protection from air defense systems.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 9 May 2026
This includes an additional heat setting, a sleeker and slimmer design, an easier-to-maneuver brush handle, upgraded bristles and a more powerful motor.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Veteran swingman Luke Kennard, on the other hand, was upgraded from questionable to available for Game 2 after being listed on the injury report with neck soreness.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Another modernized it with bold accents and colors, plus upgraded surfaces.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 3 May 2026
Upon review, the referees upgraded the foul to a flagrant-1.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgraded
Verb
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The party had been promoted across social media and drew a large crowd of mostly young adults from around the Oklahoma City area to a picnic pavilion beside the lake.—
Hannah Schoenbaum,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Jon Brown, a writer on the first season of the adaptation, has been promoted to serve as co-showrunner on Season 2.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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As a senior, the new-and-improved Maloney earned first-team All-Dade honors, leading the 2015 Explorers to a 13-2 record and the Class 8A state semifinals.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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Ukraine’s offensive capabilities have also improved, with the Defense Ministry saying Tuesday that the country’s forces have more than doubled the range of their deep-strike capabilities since Russia’s February 2022 invasion.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2026
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When a transaction is elevated from review by a state economic agency to consideration by a party national security body, the calculus changes.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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The casual style is elevated with details like a chest pocket, crew neckline, cuffed cap sleeves, and a slight A-line silhouette that provides a flattering shape.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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This sprawling resort has undergone a multi-million dollar renovation over the last 10-plus years, work that has refreshed rooms and the lobby, added a coffee shop, and enhanced wellness perks.—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
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Additionally, the trails running through and around the outer edge of the forest will be enhanced to improve accessibility.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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“Upgraded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upgraded. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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