Synonyms of up to

up to

preposition

as in until

during the period before and continuing to (a particular time)

She was unsure of what to do and deliberated up to the last moment about whether to accept the job offer.

Related Words

• until
• till
• up till
• prior to
• to
• previous to
• ahead of
• of
• before
• ere
• fore
• afore

Dissimilar Words

• since
• next
• next to
• following
• after

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of up to

The measure will provide stable, predictable increases in education funding of up to 2 percent annually over 10 years, and mandates a yearly public audit so Coloradans can see exactly where every dollar goes. —Kevin Vick, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026

Using this method, the team found that the nebula around PSR J1849-0001 emits gamma rays following a power-law spectrum extending up to 2 PeV—an extreme range rarely seen. —Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 26 Apr. 2026

As trainers helped DiVincenzo off the floor, the guard made his way up to his head coach, who embraced the 29 year old. —Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026

Letters may be up to 200 words and must be signed with your email address, city of residence and daytime phone number for verification. —Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026