1
as in increased
to make greater in size, amount, or number
climbing fuel prices have forced the delivery company to up its prices
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as in lifted
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
upped the catboat's sail
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as in climbed
to move or extend upward
the road constantly ups and downs as it makes its way over the hills
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Recent Examples of upped
Following the likes of Rivals and Alice and Steve, the show is the latest big international bet from Disney+, which has upped EMEA spend of late, and represents the first time Disney+ has worked with A24 UK.
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 June 2026
The completion of Gulf State Park’s many recreation areas, trails, and new lodge and cottages have only upped the ante for longtime visitors and newcomers.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
This promotion is the first significant change to HBO Max pricing since its last increase in October 2025, which upped prices $1-2 across its plans, taking Premium to $24 a month.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Other firms on the Street have upped their targets on Micron as well.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 17 June 2026
Gelof upped the majors' longest current hitting streak to 19 games with an RBI single for a 6-1 lead.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
On June 15, forecasters from the National Hurricane Center upped the odds for a potential storm's development to 50% within the next several days.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Departing from the novel’s second twist not only upped the stakes for TV, but also set the foundation for a new kind of emotional reckoning for Fortune’s characters.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026
Homan upped the ante just days before the first World Cup match at MetLife Stadium on Saturday.
—Marcia Kramer, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 June 2026
The completion of Gulf State Park’s many recreation areas, trails, and new lodge and cottages have only upped the ante for longtime visitors and newcomers.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
This promotion is the first significant change to HBO Max pricing since its last increase in October 2025, which upped prices $1-2 across its plans, taking Premium to $24 a month.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Other firms on the Street have upped their targets on Micron as well.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 17 June 2026
Gelof upped the majors' longest current hitting streak to 19 games with an RBI single for a 6-1 lead.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
On June 15, forecasters from the National Hurricane Center upped the odds for a potential storm's development to 50% within the next several days.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Departing from the novel’s second twist not only upped the stakes for TV, but also set the foundation for a new kind of emotional reckoning for Fortune’s characters.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026
Homan upped the ante just days before the first World Cup match at MetLife Stadium on Saturday.
—Marcia Kramer, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upped
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Through 2025, the application backlog increased, leaving it 48% higher than at the end of former President Joe Biden’s term.—
Ignacio Calderon,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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The bank said last week's hawkish Federal Open Market Committee meeting has increased uncertainty over the outlook for short-term interest rates, even as lower oil prices have eased concerns about an economic downturn.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
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In April, the California Department of Motor Vehicles revised its regulations for autonomous vehicles and lifted a ban on autonomous trucks weighing 10,001 pounds or more.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Scripted by David Koepp from Spielberg’s original story, Disclosure Day stars Josh O’Connor as Daniel Kellner, a cybersecurity expert who has lifted sensitive files about alien contact with the government.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Yet robust economic growth has proved elusive, even as government debt has climbed, leaving successive administrations with little firepower to fix a growing list of related challenges, from crumbling infrastructure to a chronic housing shortage.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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While other similarly sized cities in the ranking have fallen, Pittsburgh climbed by five spots in 2026.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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The cabin was expanded to include sleep spaces and communal dining areas for ski students—thousands of Icelanders would pass through every summer season.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The legacy of rules dates back to 1972, initially shaped by choreographer Texie Waterman and expanded during Suzanne Mitchell's directorship from 1976 to 1989.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
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Led by Thiel Fellow James Proud, Substrate recently raised $100 million at a $1 billion valuation from investors including Founders Fund and General Catalyst.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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Would Rhaenyra’s Syrax — a formidably sized dragon, albeit one raised in captivity — be able to torch them all?—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
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Shady Alassar | Anadolu | Getty Images Oil rose slightly early Tuesday, fluctuating as investors show cautious optimism about an end to the conflict in the Middle East.—
Justina Lee,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
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Humphreys’ coach at the 2024 world championship in Belgium told him his pulse rate rose to 207.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2026
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Her fame, fueled by a college rivalry with Caitlin Clark, has significantly boosted the Dream's profile, leading to record sellouts and games in larger arenas.—
Terence Moore,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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At the same time Chicago’s immigration judges have boosted the number of removal orders, the rate of immigrants winning their cases — already slim even during the Biden administration — has dropped even more.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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At Chopard, the centuries-old chiming complication is elevated to the hilt with sapphire-crystal gongs.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
16 June 2026
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Still, some industry experts fear another tax increase could be coming one year from now, if the Persian Gulf conflict continues to hold oil prices elevated.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2026
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“Upped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upped. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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