as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
she was surprised by the unannounced upgrading to the position of supervisor
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as in promoting
to move higher in rank or position
upgraded them to first class
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as in improving
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 upgrading
Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
This time, Loop Capital removed its sell rating and upgrading to hold with valuations near the bottom of the railroad operator’s five year range.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
But the same study says this management style can also improve short-term productivity, skill upgrading, and company structure.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Beijing’s relationship with Islamabad has long served as a low-cost, low-risk proxy strategy to constrain India, from nuclear enablement in the 1980s to the steady upgrading of Pakistani military capabilities.
—Shyam Saran, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Eero Max 7 makes upgrading to Wi-Fi 7 feel smooth and stress-free.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2025
CalBroadband is a coalition of leaders investing in the deployment and upgrading of California’s broadband infrastructure.
—Janus Norman, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Persistently high mortgage rates, limited inventory and stagnant wages continue to discourage Gen Z and millennials from entering or upgrading in the market.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Aug. 2025
The Lego-like ship-building and upgrading system is intuitive and rewarding, and the extra customization options – even without mods – are meaty.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
The same year, a bipartisan Strategic Posture Commission report highlighted the importance of upgrading the system to deter rival nuclear powers.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
The decision to add a lounge in San Diego is part of a multibillion-dollar investment in airport and lounge projects across the Alaska Airlines network, with the goal of upgrading the passenger experience, an airline spokesperson said.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Sep. 2025
This is why upgrading to Wi-Fi 7 won’t magically fix a sluggish internet plan.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 22 Sep. 2025
The tech companies are investing in nuclear to support data center demand by reopening plants like Three Mile Island , upgrading existing ones like the Clinton Clean Energy Center in Illinois, and investing in commercializing advanced small reactors .
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2025
The program has its drawbacks — limited coverage area and impromptu ad-reads — causing the couple to continue upgrading their plan.
—Carson Blackwelder, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
But the news might be a response to rival SpaceX, which reached a $17 billion deal last week to acquire radio spectrum from EchoStar, with the precise goal of upgrading its competing cellular Starlink service.
—Senior Reporter, PC Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
For anyone upgrading from two or three generations ago, there should be a noticeable bump in battery life.
—Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
Demand for the new airplanes from current G650s customers interested in upgrading is so intense that there wasn’t time to switch out the interiors that were on display.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
This time, Loop Capital removed its sell rating and upgrading to hold with valuations near the bottom of the railroad operator’s five year range.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
But the same study says this management style can also improve short-term productivity, skill upgrading, and company structure.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Beijing’s relationship with Islamabad has long served as a low-cost, low-risk proxy strategy to constrain India, from nuclear enablement in the 1980s to the steady upgrading of Pakistani military capabilities.
—Shyam Saran, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Eero Max 7 makes upgrading to Wi-Fi 7 feel smooth and stress-free.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2025
CalBroadband is a coalition of leaders investing in the deployment and upgrading of California’s broadband infrastructure.
—Janus Norman, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Persistently high mortgage rates, limited inventory and stagnant wages continue to discourage Gen Z and millennials from entering or upgrading in the market.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Aug. 2025
The Lego-like ship-building and upgrading system is intuitive and rewarding, and the extra customization options – even without mods – are meaty.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Verb
The typical buyer of a 2025 BMW M5 is often a middle aged, affluent individual, frequently an entrepreneur, or high ranking executive, who is likely upgrading from a smaller performance car like an M3 or a M4.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
The same year, a bipartisan Strategic Posture Commission report highlighted the importance of upgrading the system to deter rival nuclear powers.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
The decision to add a lounge in San Diego is part of a multibillion-dollar investment in airport and lounge projects across the Alaska Airlines network, with the goal of upgrading the passenger experience, an airline spokesperson said.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Sep. 2025
This is why upgrading to Wi-Fi 7 won’t magically fix a sluggish internet plan.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 22 Sep. 2025
The tech companies are investing in nuclear to support data center demand by reopening plants like Three Mile Island , upgrading existing ones like the Clinton Clean Energy Center in Illinois, and investing in commercializing advanced small reactors .
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2025
The program has its drawbacks — limited coverage area and impromptu ad-reads — causing the couple to continue upgrading their plan.
—Carson Blackwelder, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
But the news might be a response to rival SpaceX, which reached a $17 billion deal last week to acquire radio spectrum from EchoStar, with the precise goal of upgrading its competing cellular Starlink service.
—Senior Reporter, PC Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
For anyone upgrading from two or three generations ago, there should be a noticeable bump in battery life.
—Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrading
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Season one ended on a cliffhanger as Joanne was hesitant to convert to Judaism, despite Noah’s promotion to head rabbi.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
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The partnership will include large-scale viewing parties, concerts, meet-and-greets with former stars, co-branded merchandise and retail promotions.—
Luke Fountain,
CNBC,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Its intended purpose is to help develop the nation's communications infrastructure and protect consumers’ equal access by promoting competition among communication companies.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
24 Sep. 2025
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What happens if social media’s data-gathering and profiling engine is turned not to selling merch or promoting political rhetoric, but to profiling enemies?—
David Karpf,
The Atlantic,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After the trade, Jones talked about how improving the run defense was part of their decision-making.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Ten years on from the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the vision of improving lives everywhere in harmony with our planet is under unprecedented strain.—
Sebastian Buckup,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
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The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is putting newfound urgency in the push for Congress to streamline the permitting process for new energy projects.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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His main goal behind joining Interesting Engineering is to learn more about how the recent technological advancements are helping human beings on both societal and individual levels in their daily lives.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Another area of low pressure will bring more moisture into southern parts of California and Arizona on Sunday, elevating the threat for flash flooding.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
20 Sep. 2025
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The brand applies horsebit hardware to the Kimberly Flare, elevating the ’70s silhouette.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Now, the multi-billion-dollar brand is bringing its signature silhouette-enhancing styles into the world of performance and women’s sports.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
24 Sep. 2025
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For one thing, food packages nutrition with fats, enhancing absorption.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Upgrading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upgrading. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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