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as in increased
being at a higher level than average
the level of the lake is up this spring
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2
as in finished
brought or having come to an end
okay, time is up
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as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
she's always up on the latest developments in fashion
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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number
climbing fuel prices have forced the delivery company to up its prices
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2
as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
upped the catboat's sail
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as in to rise
to move or extend upward
the road constantly ups and downs as it makes its way over the hills
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as in rise
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Recent Examples of up
Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Although the meeting was brief, there was a buzz of excitement in the room, with local journalists waiting for her entrance with phones already up in the air and photos to sign.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Cory Schmidt, Outdoor Life, 15 Apr. 2026
During an event at UCLA's Acosta Athletic Complex, players and athletic department officials provided an up-close look at the new uniforms.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
Incorporate these into your diet to up your intake.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 24 Apr. 2026
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Adverb
Tatum’s shot put the Celtics up six in a 108-100 win.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Although the meeting was brief, there was a buzz of excitement in the room, with local journalists waiting for her entrance with phones already up in the air and photos to sign.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Just as often, a crappie will execute an up-bite, approaching and eating the bait with an upward swimming motion, rather than eating and swimming back toward the bottom.
—Cory Schmidt, Outdoor Life, 15 Apr. 2026
During an event at UCLA's Acosta Athletic Complex, players and athletic department officials provided an up-close look at the new uniforms.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Verb
Yes, California has upped its home construction game – at a pace on par with the nation.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
Incorporate these into your diet to up your intake.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for up
Adverb
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Officials said the multi-agency probe into Valente's motivations involved scouring more than 11,000 surveillance files, analyzing over 2,100 audio and video files from his personal devices, and conducting upward of 260 interviews.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Starbucks’ investments had pinched profits in the previous quarter, but this past quarter saw profit and sales rise simultaneously for the first time in two years, easing Wall Street’s nerves and sending shares upward.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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These warnings are issued by the National Weather Service when there are ripe conditions for increased risk of wildfires—such conditions include low humidity, strong winds and low moisture on the ground.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
23 Apr. 2026
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To help meet increased demand, Kansas City amended its short-term rental ordinance.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Ghirardelli said no illnesses have been reported and its own testing has not identified contamination in the finished products.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Add Cabinetry Nothing makes a laundry room look more finished and curated quite like adding cabinetry.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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And while renewed public attention to these issues is welcome, my work has kept me long acquainted with the fact that these concerns are not novel.—
Kevin A. Sabet,
STAT,
1 Apr. 2026
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Returning starter Donovan Brown as well as Nathan Acevado, Will Cianfrini and Jaylon Hawkins will also get more acquainted with Denegal, who missed significant practice time during the season in order to be available for games.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Water testing has been temporarily increased to once a month at the Oceanside Harbor after someone reported seeing a suspicious liquid dumped from a boat.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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This sprawling, unchecked population growth just increases water demand.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Benedictine recruit came up with nine huge saves for the shutout to lift visiting Sandburg to a 1-0 SouthWest Suburban Conference win over district rival Andrew in Tinley Park.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The productivity boom, in this reading, isn’t lifting all boats.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But they are expected to rise with tightening supplies of fuel and fertilizer.—
Mae Anderson,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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To address rising demand of lithium The USGS projects that global production capacity will double by 2029 to address rising demand from technology companies.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Moon channels Jupiter’s drive, helping steady effort translate into visible progress.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2026
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On the university project, Tamayo acknowledged recent progress — including degree programs launching at the Millenia Library this fall — but was candid about the gaps that remain.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/up. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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