1
as in increases
to make greater in size, amount, or number
climbing fuel prices have forced the delivery company to up its prices
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2
as in lifts
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
upped the catboat's sail
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3
as in rises
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 ups
Amna Subhan, AJC.com, 18 June 2026
West Ada projects enrollment drop, ups superintendent salary In West Ada, the district has been seeing drops in kindergarten enrollment for the past several years, and is projecting this year will be no different.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 16 June 2026
That ups the pressure on the Patriots to get a deal done with one of their cornerstone players.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Tripling the mission count automatically ups the rerideability level of Smugglers Run.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026
Travel is a central theme for any Louis Vuitton creation, and its new array of megawatt Mythica jewels certainly ups the ante on the idea.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
But pollen also messes with sleep, ups the risk of sinus infections, causes people to miss school and work, and can pose more serious dangers.
—Keerti Gopal, ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026
The Max model ups the suction to 2,000 Pa and 100 minutes of battery life.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 17 Apr. 2026
Silver Nova ups Silversea’s suite categories, with a whopping 15 choices.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
While triple-ups on Manchester City players and a double-up on the Chelsea attack seem obvious, there are some closer 50-50 calls for managers on wildcard.
—Holly Shand, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Men's sweatshirts, pullovers and zip-ups A soft sweatshirt, pullover or zip-up is essential for layering a sporty-casual look, and these picks from Harley-Davidson, Banana Republic and more are must-haves for anyone looking to bulk up their cozy basics.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
That only ups the stakes for the matchup between the two Group A teams at Atlanta Stadium on Thursday at noon.
—Amna Subhan, AJC.com, 18 June 2026
West Ada projects enrollment drop, ups superintendent salary In West Ada, the district has been seeing drops in kindergarten enrollment for the past several years, and is projecting this year will be no different.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 16 June 2026
That ups the pressure on the Patriots to get a deal done with one of their cornerstone players.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Tripling the mission count automatically ups the rerideability level of Smugglers Run.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026
Travel is a central theme for any Louis Vuitton creation, and its new array of megawatt Mythica jewels certainly ups the ante on the idea.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
But pollen also messes with sleep, ups the risk of sinus infections, causes people to miss school and work, and can pose more serious dangers.
—Keerti Gopal, ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026
The Max model ups the suction to 2,000 Pa and 100 minutes of battery life.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 17 Apr. 2026
Silver Nova ups Silversea’s suite categories, with a whopping 15 choices.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
Across the river in Mexico, men hawk rides in their dusty pick-ups, on horseback or by donkey, to take tourists three-quarters of a mile up a dirt road.
—Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
While triple-ups on Manchester City players and a double-up on the Chelsea attack seem obvious, there are some closer 50-50 calls for managers on wildcard.
—Holly Shand, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Men's sweatshirts, pullovers and zip-ups A soft sweatshirt, pullover or zip-up is essential for layering a sporty-casual look, and these picks from Harley-Davidson, Banana Republic and more are must-haves for anyone looking to bulk up their cozy basics.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ups
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Researchers think that making art also increases neuroplasticity (the ability to form new connections).—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
17 June 2026
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That increases the risk that individuals’ personal data could be exposed, misused or commercialized without their consent.—
Sharon Lerner,
ProPublica,
17 June 2026
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But the government argued that barring a regular pot smoker from having a gun is permissible under the Constitution because the restriction lifts as soon as someone stops using drugs.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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July 23 – August 22 This morning lifts your confidence beautifully forward.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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Historic elements of the former hotel remain today, including a grand piano and white stone, spiral staircase that rises up to the second-floor banquet rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The Love Goddess Venus rises in your 10th House of Career and Status, standing opposite cosmic detective Pluto in your 4th House of Home, so public goals confront private truths that need recognition.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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This change has fundamentally revolutionized the pace of innovation—shifting us away from incremental advances and toward more rapid, system-level transformations across science and engineering.—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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Researchers have been trying to develop a test for CTE prior to death, but there are currently no advances.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Clement’s sad-sack charm successfully boosts the leap of faith required to keep Steve from becoming an oblivious creep, but the show belongs to Walker.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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Oyarzabal also has potential penalty responsibilities, which immediately boosts his appeal.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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And the influence that both romantic and platonic relationships have over a person’s lifespan raises concerns about the current declines in social health.—
Jessica DuLong,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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The controversy raises broader concerns about facilities like Albany Care that provide homes and treatment for adults with serious mental illness.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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The lab is now investigating whether the same lysosomal dysfunction in old stem cells plays a role in leukemia, a disease whose incidence climbs sharply with age.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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Cybernews found that 59% of workers regularly use AI their company never approved, and among executives and senior managers that number climbs to 93%.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The route includes some short ascents and descents and takes place on a variety of paths, including pavement, loose gravel, and forest trails.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
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Videos of climbers waiting in long queues in an area known as the death zone – where the air is too thin to breathe unaided for long – on their way to the summit have once again made headlines, alongside record-breaking ascents from both Nepali and foreign climbers.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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