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
One thing is becoming more apparent, though: There’s a growing need for stronger protection of personal information online, in upscale markets and beyond.
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India Brown, Robb Report, 24 July 2025
It’s known for its second-story rooftop space and DJ nights, but Denver Sweet also featured drag-queen variety shows, pool tables and darts, sports broadcasts on 20 TVs, upscale bar fare and boozy slushies, game and trivia nights, and brunches.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 23 July 2025
An upscale Italian restaurant, a cake shop and chicken wing hut are among a host of businesses coming to a new strip mall in west Noblesville.
—John Tuohy, IndyStar, 24 July 2025
Previously, Legacy released casting notices looking for pedestrians and upscale restaurant goers for Dallas filming.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 July 2025
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India Brown, Robb Report, 24 July 2025
It’s known for its second-story rooftop space and DJ nights, but Denver Sweet also featured drag-queen variety shows, pool tables and darts, sports broadcasts on 20 TVs, upscale bar fare and boozy slushies, game and trivia nights, and brunches.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 23 July 2025
An upscale Italian restaurant, a cake shop and chicken wing hut are among a host of businesses coming to a new strip mall in west Noblesville.
—John Tuohy, IndyStar, 24 July 2025
Previously, Legacy released casting notices looking for pedestrians and upscale restaurant goers for Dallas filming.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
Adjective
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That approach, and a liberal use of the color white, has also made the brand a favorite among brides looking for something fashionable yet unconventional to wear to weddings.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
4 Aug. 2025
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Suede sneakers in retro styles have become a closet staple, and suede jackets are currently the go-to outer layer for the fashionable set.—
Alexandre Marain,
Glamour,
1 Aug. 2025
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It's also adorned with vibrant wallpaper, colorful tiles and an elegant grand staircase.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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These days, the best Korean moisturizers prove that there’s ample innovation in K-beauty well beyond its elegant and highly effective sun filters.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
4 Aug. 2025
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Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Buzz is building for ITV phone hacking drama The Hack and we’ve got some exclusive images to take the story to the next level.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Changing these high-end difficulty deltas so every single player isn’t going to be terminally underpowered, with that only getting worse as time goes on.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The United States blew through about a quarter of its supply of high-end THAAD missile interceptors during Israel’s 12-day war with Iran in June, according to two sources familiar with the operation, thwarting attacks at a rate that vastly outpaces production.—
Gianluca Mezzofiore,
CNN Money,
28 July 2025
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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
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The bombing took place in an upmarket residential complex in the capital city, state media outlet TASS reported at the time.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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“Upscale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upscale. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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