as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
an upmarket restaurant that is quite pricey but also quite good
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Recent Examples of upmarket
The deep sense of Sweden’s hallmark design here isn’t the only attraction, with the property centrally located in Östermalm, one of the city’s most stylish neighborhoods known for its restaurants, bars, and upmarket boutiques.
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Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
The industry's costs ballooned after Covid, as customer tastes changed for more upmarket offerings and international destinations.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Steak, yes, but wagyu rendered as upmarket steak frites.
—Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 22 Apr. 2026
Both companies offer upmarket products that are slightly more insulated from pricing pain.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
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Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
The industry's costs ballooned after Covid, as customer tastes changed for more upmarket offerings and international destinations.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Steak, yes, but wagyu rendered as upmarket steak frites.
—Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 22 Apr. 2026
Both companies offer upmarket products that are slightly more insulated from pricing pain.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for upmarket
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upmarket
Adjective
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Chanel hosted a fashionable crowd Monday night in New York for its 19th annual Tribeca Festival artists dinner with plenty of reasons to raise a glass.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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This lightweight hat will protect you from UV rays while making a chic, fashionable statement.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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Given its elegant design and everyday practicality, this breezy dress can go just about anywhere.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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Its beautiful white flowers make for an elegant addition to any yard.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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Inside the sparse, upscale abode, cardboard moving boxes are still scattered across the entryway, and his shelves lack ingredients.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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Cellphone records later located his phone a few blocks from an upscale mall in Zapopan.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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Stay tuned for more exclusive editorial and social content from the night, including video interviews, outtakes, and more.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
6 June 2026
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Higher tiers mean better, more exclusive perks, like free breakfast, VIP deals of up to 25% off, and priority customer support, but members of all tiers get access to Insider Deals.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 June 2026
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“Upmarket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upmarket. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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