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
This upscale hotel features a rooftop pool and private cabanas, a full-service spa offering rejuvenating treatments for mind, body, and spirit, and a range of dining options that cater to every palate.
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Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 10 July 2025
Perry and Sánchez Bezos were also photographed enjoying lunch together at upscale Paris bistro L’Avenue.
—Vogue, 10 July 2025
Topping off the high-rise will be an upscale rooftop bar and lounge that will be known as the Lurline Cocktail Club, which will showcase 360-degree views of San Diego’s skyline, bay and ocean.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025
Catering remains a key part of the business, with offerings including grazing tables, salad bars and upscale appetizers.
—Darah Derios, Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2025
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Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 10 July 2025
Perry and Sánchez Bezos were also photographed enjoying lunch together at upscale Paris bistro L’Avenue.
—Vogue, 10 July 2025
Topping off the high-rise will be an upscale rooftop bar and lounge that will be known as the Lurline Cocktail Club, which will showcase 360-degree views of San Diego’s skyline, bay and ocean.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025
Catering remains a key part of the business, with offerings including grazing tables, salad bars and upscale appetizers.
—Darah Derios, Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
Adjective
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Shop the best markdowns of fashionable favorites such as Favorite Daughter best-selling trouser, Rag & Bone’s capri pants and By Malene Birger’s knitted skirt.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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In the snap, the mother-of-two looked as fashionable as ever, this time styling the supportive shoes with a navy linen mini dress and gold jewelry.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Actor Andrew Garfield wore his trusty Omega De Ville Trésor, soccer star Bukayo Saka flexed a gorgeous Patek Philippe Nautilus, and Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa flaunted an elegant Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 July 2025
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Order the celebration of summer strawberries, which includes an incredibly elegant presentation of shave ice.—
Leslie Kelly,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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The subsequent commercialized version of Birkin’s bag went on to become one of the world’s most exclusive luxury items, extravagantly priced and with a yearslong waiting list.—
John Leicester,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Marino selected a mix of artwork to display inside the boutique, with most placed within the three exclusive fitting rooms.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
11 July 2025
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One focuses on gulper sharks, a deepwater species now being fished for their liver oil, used in high-end cosmetics.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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The chain positioned itself as the high-end option, and sales dipped as customers turned to cheaper alternatives like Luckin.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
2 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 18 Jul. 2025.
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