UPHILLS Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

uphills

noun

plural of uphill

as in hills

an upward slope no matter where you go bicycle touring, the uphills always seem to outnumber the downhills

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Recent Examples of uphills The Full Moon uphills are such a unique way to gather with the community. — Shauna Farnell, Denver Post, 29 Jan. 2026

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Many who rely on copper-wire landlines live in remote rural areas, but some also live in the hills and canyons of major metro areas like Los Angeles, where cell and internet service is patchy and the risk of natural disasters is high.

— Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
For those with mobility issues or simply don’t want to tolerate a humid summer night in Madrid or tackle the hills in Lisbon, cars can be arranged.

— Chadner Navarro, Robb Report, 9 July 2026

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The riverfront includes steep inclines, large rocks and uneven ground that can be difficult for workers or machinery to manage safely.

— Sophia Buonpane, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2026
Combat travel stiffness with simple SITS exercises (shoulder shrugs, inclines, twists, steps) and consider chiropractic care before and after your trip for spinal alignment.

— Sherry McAllister, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

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