as in upheaval
a rapid or sudden increase
a recent upsurge in crime The mayor is enjoying an upsurge of popularity.
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Recent Examples of upsurge
In recent years, the world has witnessed a dramatic upsurge in state violence.
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Tom Ridge, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
Much more worrying is the broader upsurge in vaccine rejection, which threatens to introduce community spread of measles into the wider population.
—Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Twin Cities, 16 July 2025
But so far, there hasn't been an upsurge in lead poisoning cases threatening to overwhelm the Health Department.
—Alison Dirr, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Many trade experts are skeptical that higher U.S. tariffs are likely to spur an upsurge in domestic manufacturing.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 23 May 2025
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Tom Ridge, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
Much more worrying is the broader upsurge in vaccine rejection, which threatens to introduce community spread of measles into the wider population.
—Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Twin Cities, 16 July 2025
But so far, there hasn't been an upsurge in lead poisoning cases threatening to overwhelm the Health Department.
—Alison Dirr, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Many trade experts are skeptical that higher U.S. tariffs are likely to spur an upsurge in domestic manufacturing.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upsurge
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Sri Lanka’s garment workers have borne the brunt of years of economic and political upheaval, which pushed inflation levels to impossible highs, devalued the national currency and caused the prices of basic commodities to soar beyond reach.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Oct. 2025
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While those films were burned, what the West never knew was that those were not the only copies of these films as Hesse had stored the vast majority of the originals safely in London, away from the political upheaval.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
20 Oct. 2025
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No kneading, no rising, no special equipment, just a few pantry staples and that signature Barefoot Contessa touch.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Oct. 2025
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The decision marks a policy shift by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) toward reducing borrowing costs, following data that showed hiring nearly stalled and unemployment rising.—
Gabe Whisnant
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Reports of unruly visitor behavior have sparked public complaints and a rise in anti-foreigner sentiment that right-wing politicians have been quick to capitalize on.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Shoulder and back stretches led to an immediate drop in blood pressure without a sharp rise in heart rate.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
24 Oct. 2025
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At the same time, there is an upswing in the appetite for mature Bordeaux, which has attained prices exceeding the high estimate at several sales this summer and fall.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
20 Oct. 2025
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Russell also said a new permanent location, a bit of soul searching from leadership and a continued focus on the community has kept the school on an upswing.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Oct. 2025
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This week saw Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos descending on the Eternal City to announce the streaming giant’s plans to help revive a storied cinema, as well as a host of international TV executives mooting the possibility of an upturn that could pull the global drama biz out of its recent doldrums.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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Under Brown’s leadership, McLaren has seen a dramatic upturn in fortunes in F1, winning the constructors’ championship for the last two years.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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This trend has followed a similar pattern across Europe, with Spain and Germany also seeing a boost in this system’s use after a quieter period.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Beijing’s talent-friendly move could also give it a boost amid continuing trade tensions and tech rivalries with Washington, which has imposed export controls on chips and other advanced technology that are spurring China to develop its own.—
Peter Guo,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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While denim remains the thrust of the brand, recent growth has been driven by the expansion of leather, suede and outerwear categories.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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Nuclear thermal rockets are roughly twice as fuel-efficient as chemical rockets while also packing a decent amount of thrust.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Upsurge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upsurge. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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