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Recent Examples of upward
Laura Baehr, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2026
Prior to the pandemic, ticket sales were on an upward trajectory, routinely nearing or topping $11 million, but attendance has yet to return to the same levels even as the cost of going to the movies has increased.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 1 Jan. 2026
Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 11 Jan. 2026
Markets have already reacted to the administration’s plans to start selling upward of 50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, including supplies that built up in storage amid the US naval blockade.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 10 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
According to research from the Pew Charitable Trusts, Philly experienced a similar, albeit less dramatic, upward trend.
—Laura Baehr, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2026
Prior to the pandemic, ticket sales were on an upward trajectory, routinely nearing or topping $11 million, but attendance has yet to return to the same levels even as the cost of going to the movies has increased.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 1 Jan. 2026
Adverb
When tensions are high or people are gloomy, the Dow tends to drop; when people sing a more positive tune, the Dow trends upward.
—Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 11 Jan. 2026
Markets have already reacted to the administration’s plans to start selling upward of 50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, including supplies that built up in storage amid the US naval blockade.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 10 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upward
Adjective
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The nuclear engine would be part of the rocket’s upper stage, while the second-stage booster would use conventional fuel.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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After Friday’s game, those in-the-door prices soared to around $3,800 — and that was for seats in the final rows of the upper deck of Hard Rock Stadium.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Suddenly the cell phone view pointed skyward, and shots rang out.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
12 Jan. 2026
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As construction on the 34-story Bally’s Chicago hotel steadily rises skyward over the Ohio Street feeder ramp, things are looking up for the region’s casinos in 2026 amid a building boom that is reshaping the gambling landscape.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But the uppermost part is constructed of sheets of metal mesh, allowing light to stream down from above, all the way to the main floor.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
14 Dec. 2025
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Next locate the uppermost three stars and use them to point the way to Andromeda, as shown in the finder chart above.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
29 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Once again, marble and soapstone, cited above, are excellent alternatives that will stand the test of time despite constant wear and tear.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
15 Jan. 2026
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Follow the method listed above and hang it to dry.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The topmost level, meanwhile, holds a plush primary suite flaunting a private terrace, a showroom-style closet, and a backlit onyx bath.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
5 Dec. 2025
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The topmost dial sets the shutter speed, and the flat rear dial is used for menu navigation and to scroll through pictures during playback.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Note that this bag is larger than most of the others on this list, and may not fit in the overhead bin on all airlines—always be sure to check your airline’s baggage limits directly!—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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Smyth used a pair of (clean) boxer shorts to cover the overhead fixture, and instantly, the entire mood changed.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Come connect, reflect, and leave uplifted—ready to turn up the volume on your dreams.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Dec. 2025
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These include rare volcanic eruptions that bring diamonds to the surface and uplifted land far from plate boundaries.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Nov. 2025
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“Upward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upward. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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