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Recent Examples of upswept
Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024
In March 2002, the United Kingdom’s National Hi-Tech Crime Unit arrested Gary McKinnon, a quiet 36-year-old Scot with elfin features and Spock-like upswept eyebrows.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 June 2011
The styling, identical for both models, was dramatic, featuring an extended fiberglass nose and an upswept spoiler at the rear.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2023
The plain edge blade with an upswept design makes the knife a solid slasher, and when combined with the needle-point and 6.30-ounce fighting weight, the knife will puncture and penetrate.
—Jace Bauserman, Field & Stream, 15 June 2023
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Adjective
Brittany finished out the look with Chanel loafers, ankle socks and a Chanel logo necklace, plus hexagonal sunglasses to compliment her upswept hair.
—Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024
In March 2002, the United Kingdom’s National Hi-Tech Crime Unit arrested Gary McKinnon, a quiet 36-year-old Scot with elfin features and Spock-like upswept eyebrows.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 June 2011
The styling, identical for both models, was dramatic, featuring an extended fiberglass nose and an upswept spoiler at the rear.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2023
The plain edge blade with an upswept design makes the knife a solid slasher, and when combined with the needle-point and 6.30-ounce fighting weight, the knife will puncture and penetrate.
—Jace Bauserman, Field & Stream, 15 June 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upswept
Verb
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The report also included recommendations related to training and dash-mounted and body-worn camera policies.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Mar. 2025
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Saturday felt eerily reminiscent as the Diamondbacks mounted a ninth-inning comeback.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In terms of the design, the mix of rose gold and rhodium plating on the dial brings an industrial feel to the timepieces.—
Sophie Furley,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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Novo Nordisk’s Fundamentals Over Recent Years Novo Nordisk’s revenue rose over 2x from 127 billion DKK in 2020 to 271 billion DKK for the last twelve-month period.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The best views will be in areas with dark skies and minimal light pollution, especially in rural or elevated spots facing north.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The fabric is soft but elevated, and the pieces are just as cute worn separately.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Holmes ascended to the pinnacle of Silicon Valley adulation by promising groundbreaking advancements in blood-testing technology.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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In contrast, Winn ascended through the ranks at SDG&E, going from an associate engineer in 1986 to CEO in 2020.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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So far, the World Games 2025 is the most prominent global appearance for this hip hop dance form since the Paris Olympics in August 2024, at least in a sporting context.—
Jason Pu,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Sawfish look prehistoric and are named for their most prominent feature: their long, flat rostrum, with spiky scales that look like teeth.—
Jack Prator,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Spending on apparel and electronics also climbed at a solid pace.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
26 Dec. 2024
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During a visit to the Olympia International Show Jumping Championships with their mom, brothers Harry and William climbed into Santa's sleigh.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
25 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Bryson DeChambeau has been one of the most dominant American golfers this season.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Beck was dominant in his first season as a starter in 2023.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Upswept.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upswept. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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