as in fashionable
appealing to affluent consumers
a new upscale shopping center is under construction on the west end of town
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Recent Examples of upscale
Meanwhile, upscale chain Delilah enforces a strict no phones, no posting policy across locations in cities like Dallas, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Miami.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Cow Hollow is an upscale neighborhood, dotted with boutique shops, restaurants and yoga studios.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
The two agree to a $3,000 payment — plus an upscale wardrobe — and no kissing on the lips.
—Maria Yagoda, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
Anna awakes in her chic apartment with a to-die-for view, makes a cappuccino, puts on designer duds and takes the upscale dog for a walk.
—Jocelyn Noveck, Boston Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for upscale
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Cow Hollow is an upscale neighborhood, dotted with boutique shops, restaurants and yoga studios.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
The two agree to a $3,000 payment — plus an upscale wardrobe — and no kissing on the lips.
—Maria Yagoda, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
Anna awakes in her chic apartment with a to-die-for view, makes a cappuccino, puts on designer duds and takes the upscale dog for a walk.
—Jocelyn Noveck, Boston Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for upscale
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
Adjective
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The cozy fleece bottoms have a flattering straight-leg fit and feature subtle side piping, giving them a fashionable, sporty effect.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Off-ball linebackers, the fashionable new name for what was previously called inside linebackers, are in plentiful supply in the NFL draft.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This elegant opera house hosts numerous events, mostly opera and ballet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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The smooth, fluid drape reads elegant, and the fabric has a soft silk sheen that holds up beautifully in a suitcase.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Matt Lavietes,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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Even as the broader market cools, in the country’s most exclusive destinations, high prices aren’t the exception—they’re the expectation.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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While the broader luxury market has cooled slightly compared to last year, these high-end pockets are playing by a different set of rules.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2026
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The spa features a hair salon, high-tech gym, and treatments using high-end Swiss skin care lines; a pool, sauna, and steam hammam round out the relaxing perks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Both companies offer upmarket products that are slightly more insulated from pricing pain.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
15 Apr. 2026
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In many eyes, the Atlas has simply become more like its sister SUV, the Audi Q7, which is supposed to be the more upmarket model.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Upscale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upscale. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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