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Recent Examples of upmarket With its upmarket boutiques, wine bars, and spas, it’s been called the Hamptons of Florida. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2025 The parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp is reportedly preparing for the imminent release of a pair of upmarket smart glasses with a display. Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2025 The bombing took place in an upmarket residential complex in the capital city, Russian state media outlet TASS reported at the time. Helen Regan, CNN Money, 2 June 2025 If rooting for a major-league team can feel like going to a really upmarket McDonalds, minor-league sports give that beloved local pizza joint. Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for upmarket
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upmarket
Adjective
  • The always fashionable affair, thanks to presenting sponsor Gucci, will be chaired once again by Eva Chow and Leonardo DiCaprio.
    Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
  • These Cushionaire clogs are fashionable enough to head outside in, but feel like your at-home everyday slipper.
    Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Her blonde hair was parted at the side and tucked low in an elegant bun in the back.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
  • The elegant car, original down to the paint, is a legacy that will be passed on to her daughter.
    Laura Lane, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • The wash is even darker than Mindy’s, giving them an almost navy-like appearance that looks more polished for upscale dinners or social hours.
    Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
  • For lunch, head north to Miraflores, Lima’s residential and upscale shopping district.
    Marisol Mosquera, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • That August, a reporter for El Faro, a prominent investigative news outlet, was chasing an exclusive story to expose the gang pact.
    T. Christian Miller, ProPublica, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Each issue is filled with breaking news, deep insights, and exclusive strategies for becoming a better traveler.
    Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 29 Sep. 2025

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“Upmarket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upmarket. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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