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
In contrast, eastern districts such as Providencia and Las Condes are characterized by modern office towers, upscale residential areas, and some of the highest standards of living in the country.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Two-color combinations such as purple and yellow add contrast and energy, while a green-and-white palette delivers a clean, upscale, minimal look.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
Start with a browse around the cluster of upscale boutiques along the Rue Vieille du Temple, before exploring the dizzying choice of restaurants and bars on surrounding streets.
—Ellie Seymour, TheWeek, 12 May 2026
Travelers looking for an upscale desert stay can also book ULUM Moab, a Michelin two-key luxury glamping resort.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Two-color combinations such as purple and yellow add contrast and energy, while a green-and-white palette delivers a clean, upscale, minimal look.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
Start with a browse around the cluster of upscale boutiques along the Rue Vieille du Temple, before exploring the dizzying choice of restaurants and bars on surrounding streets.
—Ellie Seymour, TheWeek, 12 May 2026
Travelers looking for an upscale desert stay can also book ULUM Moab, a Michelin two-key luxury glamping resort.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for upscale
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
Adjective
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The famous and the fashionable, heads of state, royalty, film stars.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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Thankfully, Amazon is a gold mine for fashionable warm-weather tops, and several are already on sale ahead of Memorial Day weekend.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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The wrap-style ruffle hemline adds elegant volume and dimension to its skirt.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Brugal French 88 Made by Jassil Villanueva Quintana, the world’s youngest and fifth generation rum master, Brugal Rum is rooted in Dominican heritage, perfect for this tropical yet elegant cocktail.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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Join our exclusive webinar on May 28, featuring tech leaders from Orange, Mars, Reckitt, and Saint-Gobain.—
Darlene Superville,
Fortune,
24 May 2026
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Guests of the hotel will also have exclusive access to a fitness center, the entrance of which is next to the spa.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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Rising above the food hall and spa are 226 hotel rooms, including high-end suites with living-room areas.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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Its colorful and eclectic interiors offer a high-end, luxe experience that feels truly transporting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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For shoppers in another part of town, the upmarket store Selfridges will also house a pop-up version of the collection.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Since then, the company has expanded considerably, introduced many new models, started working with local dealers in the US, and moved a bit upmarket.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
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“Upscale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upscale. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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