1
as in hills
an upward slope
had to walk our bicycle on the upgrades on our ride through the hills
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as in promotions
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 slopes
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 promotes
to move higher in rank or position
upgraded them to first class
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as in improves
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 upgrades
Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Retrofitting a port berth with shore power can take anywhere from three to seven years of permitting, construction, and grid upgrades.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 09, New Atlas, 9 June 2026
Melius Research struck a similar tone, arguing that Siri AI and Visual Intelligence could help drive both future iPhone upgrades and recurring services revenue.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 9 June 2026
Typical projects include street or park upgrades as well as items specific to a community, such as, in OB’s case, the pier replacement and a new lifeguard station.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Some technology upgrades already have been completed, such as a license plate reader that allows monthly parking tenants to get in and out easier, Mosher said.
—Thomas Gounley, Denver Post, 9 June 2026
The Boise School District is working on a number of facilities projects this summer, including parking lot construction and HVAC upgrades at several of its schools.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 9 June 2026
The upgrades have made a night-and-day difference in what Yerkes can offer the public.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
High upfront costs, potential electrical upgrades, and local utility prices are key factors to consider before switching.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Michael Bloom, CNBC, 10 June 2026
This sturdy outdoor table has a sleek and durable design that instantly upgrades the look of any patio.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Introducing Dark Cherry ensures that, no matter the performance upgrades from the new silicon or iOS 27’s advances in AI, Apple’s community will have a strong and identifiable reason to upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Noun
Officials are seeking new funding for voter education, mail ballot processing upgrades and ‘hybrid’ in-person options to accelerate counts without sacrificing access.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Retrofitting a port berth with shore power can take anywhere from three to seven years of permitting, construction, and grid upgrades.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 09, New Atlas, 9 June 2026
Melius Research struck a similar tone, arguing that Siri AI and Visual Intelligence could help drive both future iPhone upgrades and recurring services revenue.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 9 June 2026
Typical projects include street or park upgrades as well as items specific to a community, such as, in OB’s case, the pier replacement and a new lifeguard station.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Some technology upgrades already have been completed, such as a license plate reader that allows monthly parking tenants to get in and out easier, Mosher said.
—Thomas Gounley, Denver Post, 9 June 2026
The Boise School District is working on a number of facilities projects this summer, including parking lot construction and HVAC upgrades at several of its schools.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 9 June 2026
The upgrades have made a night-and-day difference in what Yerkes can offer the public.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
High upfront costs, potential electrical upgrades, and local utility prices are key factors to consider before switching.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 2 June 2026
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Barclays upgrades Oscar Health to overweight from equal weight Barclays says the healthcare company’s shares are compelling.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 10 June 2026
This sturdy outdoor table has a sleek and durable design that instantly upgrades the look of any patio.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Introducing Dark Cherry ensures that, no matter the performance upgrades from the new silicon or iOS 27’s advances in AI, Apple’s community will have a strong and identifiable reason to upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrades
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Every July tens of thousands of cyclists cross Iowa from the Missouri River to the Mississippi, riding past farm stands that will turn into dance parties by nightfall, across miles of cornfields and up rolling hills.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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My room, like many others, was bright, minimal and newly redesigned, with a terrace looking out to the hills.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
7 June 2026
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Look for menu and drink specials and other promotions to be noted on the website.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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Check Fidelity's promotions page for the latest offers here.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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Dawa Sherpa, 57, disappeared in brutal conditions on the upper slopes of the world's tallest mountain on May 30 during one of the final climbs of the spring season.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Mount Merapi One of the most active volcanoes on Earth, Merapi erupts frequently and produces deadly pyroclastic flows that can race down its slopes at high speeds.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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Swimming also promotes heart health.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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Insoluble fiber helps move food through your digestive tract, while soluble fiber promotes the growth of healthy gut bacteria.—
Julie Marks,
Verywell Health,
12 June 2026
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Analysts see more upside to earnings and valuation as the economy improves and FedEx’s network integration progresses.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
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About 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise per week improves blood flow, lowers stress and supports collagen production, per the Skinspan roadmap.—
Allison Palmer
June 12,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2026
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According to the project team, Pemba walked independently on sections of terrain with inclines of less than 30 degrees.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
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This two-lane highway runs parallel to the Rio Grande and is filled with mountain views, steep inclines, and dramatic switchbacks.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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These advancements are made possible with Spectrum’s fiber broadband network and industry-leading reliability and speed, which delivers the fastest and most reliable Internet*, keeping game day viewing seamless and exciting.—
Dennis Johnson,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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There were inclinations to not fully believe in their capabilities against Argentina.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
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Born to a humble family in the twilight years of the shogunate, Higuchi Natsuko (as she was born) was the fourth child and second daughter of a man with scholarly inclinations, who as a farmer had come to the capital to seek both fortune and rank.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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