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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
The Bolt’s upgraded batteries, motors and software align the vehicle with GM’s newer EVs like the GMC Hummer, Chevrolet Blazer EV or Cadillac Lyriq underpinned by the automaker’s proprietary Ultium propulsion system.
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Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 9 Oct. 2025
The transmission is automatic; the brakes and suspension have also been upgraded.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025
Underground utilities, stormwater, sewage and other systems across the East Bank, including in River North, are largely suited to industrial uses and will need to be upgraded for other purposes.
—Molly Davis, Nashville Tennessean, 9 Oct. 2025
How LaBryan Ray can shine After two years of woes against the run, the Panthers’ front office upgraded the defense with a big batch of new faces in the trenches.
—Mike Kaye
october 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
Three-Bedroom With Landscaped Yard This three-bedroom, one-bathroom house on a sloping lot in North Berkeley was walkable to many amenities and the church, and had been upgraded throughout.
—Mark Kreidler, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
Freeport-McMoRan – The copper and gold miner jumped 5% after Citi upgraded FCX to buy, expecting copper prices to rally in the first half of 2026.
—Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
As one of the more exciting cookware brands of the last few years, Our Place made its debut with the Always Pan, which has since been upgraded to outshine the original.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
In addition, with support from Michael Kors, WFP will be able to equip 30 schools with solar panels, upgraded kitchens and improved classrooms, enhancing the learning environments for more than 3,000 students.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 9 Oct. 2025
The transmission is automatic; the brakes and suspension have also been upgraded.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025
Underground utilities, stormwater, sewage and other systems across the East Bank, including in River North, are largely suited to industrial uses and will need to be upgraded for other purposes.
—Molly Davis, Nashville Tennessean, 9 Oct. 2025
How LaBryan Ray can shine After two years of woes against the run, the Panthers’ front office upgraded the defense with a big batch of new faces in the trenches.
—Mike Kaye
october 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
Three-Bedroom With Landscaped Yard This three-bedroom, one-bathroom house on a sloping lot in North Berkeley was walkable to many amenities and the church, and had been upgraded throughout.
—Mark Kreidler, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
Freeport-McMoRan – The copper and gold miner jumped 5% after Citi upgraded FCX to buy, expecting copper prices to rally in the first half of 2026.
—Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
As one of the more exciting cookware brands of the last few years, Our Place made its debut with the Always Pan, which has since been upgraded to outshine the original.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
In addition, with support from Michael Kors, WFP will be able to equip 30 schools with solar panels, upgraded kitchens and improved classrooms, enhancing the learning environments for more than 3,000 students.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgraded
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Hannah Wise and Ian Cummings have been promoted to the second-highest management roles at The Star following the promotion of Greg Farmer to McClatchy’s executive vice president of local news and Andale Gross to The Star’s executive editor.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Oct. 2025
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More recently, Ramsay proudly promoted his 23-year-old daughter Tilly's new cooking show, Dish It Out, which is now streaming on Prime Video.—
Michelle Tauber,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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For example, as OpenAI’s models improved, the percentage of their task outputs that were as good as or better than humans’ outputs more than tripled.—
Geoff Colvin,
Fortune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Its speakers also improved, providing clearer vocals and deeper bass than before.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Oct. 2025
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Chantelle kept the energy elevated and joyful while pushing the class to really get their groove on all while including modifications if needed.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Oct. 2025
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Still, his pulse was elevated, likely as a result of being nervous over the surreal situation playing out in our family room.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
14 Oct. 2025
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The subsidies were part of the original Affordable Care Act passed during the Obama administration and were enhanced during the COVID-19 pandemic to increase the amount of financial assistance to those who were already eligible and to expand eligibility to more people.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
11 Oct. 2025
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Trautmann’s personal status was enhanced by his bravery in the 1956 FA Cup final against Birmingham City.—
Michael Walker,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Upgraded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upgraded. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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