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
The company is known for its food ‘n fun businesses, like upscale bowling alley Bowl & Barrel and dog park bar Mutts Canine Cantina, both of which were founded in Dallas.
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Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
From enormous ocean liners complete with mini-amusement parks, kids’ clubs, casinos, comedy clubs, and upscale lounges, to small river cruises with a focus on culture and off-board excursions that show off local flavors, there are so many options for travelers today.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2026
Set up for an upscale concept serving a tasting menu, the space changed the direction of what would become Emelina.
—Connie Ogle
february 3, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The concept of high-low food combinations like caviar chicken nuggets has gone viral with upscale restaurants, and now McDonald's appears to be hopping on the trend.
—Doris Alvarez Cea, Florida Times-Union, 3 Feb. 2026
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Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
From enormous ocean liners complete with mini-amusement parks, kids’ clubs, casinos, comedy clubs, and upscale lounges, to small river cruises with a focus on culture and off-board excursions that show off local flavors, there are so many options for travelers today.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2026
Set up for an upscale concept serving a tasting menu, the space changed the direction of what would become Emelina.
—Connie Ogle
february 3, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The concept of high-low food combinations like caviar chicken nuggets has gone viral with upscale restaurants, and now McDonald's appears to be hopping on the trend.
—Doris Alvarez Cea, Florida Times-Union, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upscale
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Long before land conservation became fashionable among billionaires, Ted Turner was buying ranchland with ecological ambition.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
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Women were very fashionable in Cairo and never dared go out in raggedy clothes.—
Letters To The Editor,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The sheen of the leather, the oversized round buckle—these flat sandals are inherently elegant and modern without trying to be so.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Cellini was no doubt an elegant dress watch, though, as Coogler makes clear.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2026
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For golf enthusiasts, this hotel offers exclusive access to Tierra del Sol, an 18-hole course designed by Robert Trent Jones II.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC news,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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After 10 members of a Colombian robbery crew in Miami were sentenced for stealing more than $5 million in high-end jewelry, the last remaining member pleaded guilty Thursday, according to the Department of Justice.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2026
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Over time, costs could fall to levels similar to high-end ride services on the ground.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Jeffrey’s, an upmarket steakhouse, was opened in 1975 by partners Ron and Peggy Weiss and Jeff Weinberger, who hoped to bring a café to the beloved historic neighborhood of Clarksville.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
11 Feb. 2026
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The two exceptions are Single Fin, founded by a pro surfer, and Ulu Cliffhouse, an upmarket beach club for bon vivants.—
Juliet Kinsman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Upscale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upscale. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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