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.
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But the manifesto provides a decidedly partial view of what is needed to provide a defense system that is up to the challenges of a new era in warfare and global politics.
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William Hartung, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
Her style can seem simple and understated on paper or on a screen, but in person, the portraits are colossal, sometimes up to 10 feet tall.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Iran has 972 pounds of uranium that is enriched up to 60% purity, a short, technical step from weapons-grade levels of 90%, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency.
—Samy Magdy, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2026
During winter season, I was moved up to the A-team.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 24 May 2026
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William Hartung, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
Her style can seem simple and understated on paper or on a screen, but in person, the portraits are colossal, sometimes up to 10 feet tall.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Iran has 972 pounds of uranium that is enriched up to 60% purity, a short, technical step from weapons-grade levels of 90%, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency.
—Samy Magdy, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2026
During winter season, I was moved up to the A-team.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 24 May 2026
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