1
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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3
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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3
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
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2025
These inflation concerns have led to an increase in treasury yields, with the 10-year yield standing at over 4.40%, up from 4.01% in early April, while the yield on the 30-year bond is just beneath 5%.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
William Hartung, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Even on up days during the last few volatile weeks, the market has failed to get back to the 5,500 level, which is close to its pre-April 2 low from March.
—Jesse Pound, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025
Speaking of hydration, be sure to up your water intake.
—Holly Carter, People.com, 9 June 2025
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Adverb
The timing is right The opportunity to restructure ACA subsidies couldn’t come at a better time: Pandemic-era enhancements are set to expire in December, sending premiums up 75% on average.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2025
These inflation concerns have led to an increase in treasury yields, with the 10-year yield standing at over 4.40%, up from 4.01% in early April, while the yield on the 30-year bond is just beneath 5%.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Adjective
Critics of the plus up question the need to throw more money at a defense industrial base that is currently maxed out, especially as benefits for veterans and military families could be subject to reductions.
—William Hartung, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Even on up days during the last few volatile weeks, the market has failed to get back to the 5,500 level, which is close to its pre-April 2 low from March.
—Jesse Pound, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
Verb
Moments before her grisly discovery of Alberto’s body, Sofia tortures an unclothed Oz, which tested Marino’s team to the nth degree, significantly upping the already three-hour prosthetic application time.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025
Speaking of hydration, be sure to up your water intake.
—Holly Carter, People.com, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for up
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In addition, a study published in BMJ also found no increased risk of suicidal thoughts in patients with type 2 diabetes taking GLP-1 agonists when compared to two other diabetic drugs.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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Utilities like Baltimore Gas & Electric are already beginning to roll out stronger incentives for electric equipment such as heat pumps, which provide highly efficient heating and cooling all in one system as well as increased rebates for home energy audits and weatherization.—
Josh Tulkin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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The rookie isn’t a finished product, and there surely will be some welcome-to-the-NFL moments as a run defender.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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Their hope is to have a finished deal with all of the sections of the bill by Monday or Tuesday.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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An up-and-coming leader can keep the interactions casual with a handshake, an introduction and an invitation to get more acquainted outside of the event.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Two years later, Carrie became acquainted with Miranda in a Bloomingdale’s dressing room.—
Hannah Malach,
Footwear News,
28 May 2025
Verb
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The increasing supply of NPs and PAs could offset this primary care shortfall if their capabilities were fully utilized.—
Web Golinkin,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Solar flares and other solar activity, such as solar storms, increase every 11 years as the sun reaches the height of its 11-year cycle, the solar maximum, which last occurred in late 2024.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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Filler can’t lift sagging skin or reposition deeper tissue; a facelift is a literal lifting, cutting, and repositioning.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
16 June 2025
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Hundreds of people showed up to the opening, which was the day after Portland lifted its indoor mask mandate, and in the middle of the N.C.A.A. tournament.—
Hannah Goldfield,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
Verb
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Crime rates had been rising exponentially since the 1960s; now, with the NYPD diminished and demoralized, untold numbers of assaults, robberies, and property crimes went unreported, while open-air drug markets operated with relative impunity in many parts of the city.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2025
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However, Florida residents have already seen their electric bills rise by 20% over the last five years.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Noun
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Since the 1960s, monthly pay has stood in France—and in much of the world—as a symbol of stability and social progress.—
Arbia Smiti,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause remains undetermined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2025
Adverb
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When light-dependent species are forced upward into a smaller belt near surface waters, the competition for resources and food intensifies and animals are exposed to an elevated risk of predation.—
Jay Kakade
June 14,
New Atlas,
14 June 2025
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In a video, the aircraft is seen slowly sinking behind residential buildings, before a huge fireball blasts upward.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
12 June 2025
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“Up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/up. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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