1
as in hill
an upward slope
had to walk our bicycle on the upgrades on our ride through the hills
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as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
received an upgrade to lieutenant
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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
there's a steep upgrade to some of the hills on that route
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as in to promote
to move higher in rank or position
upgraded them to first class
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as in to improve
to make better
that restaurant had better upgrade its service—and fast—if it wants to stay in business
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Recent Examples of upgrade
Chase Jordan
february 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
Saw the approval of a historic $12 billion capital investment plan to modernize and expand airport facilities and infrastructure, delivering comprehensive upgrades to airfield, terminal, and roadway systems to support future growth and create a world-class travel experience.
—Mark Curriden, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
Standout deals include 27 percent off the Samsonite Tote-a-ton Duffel Bag and $33 off the Delsey Paris Helium Aero Hardside Expandable Carry-on, making now the perfect time to upgrade your travel gear for less.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Like Charlotte, Denver officials note that parking fees fund improvements such as better lighting, accessibility upgrades and enhanced security, while helping keep airline fees competitive to encourage more flights.
—Chase Jordan
february 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
Saw the approval of a historic $12 billion capital investment plan to modernize and expand airport facilities and infrastructure, delivering comprehensive upgrades to airfield, terminal, and roadway systems to support future growth and create a world-class travel experience.
—Mark Curriden, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
Renovations would include adding restrooms, expanding the lobby, upgrading accessibility and revitalizing its technical capabilities.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
Standout deals include 27 percent off the Samsonite Tote-a-ton Duffel Bag and $33 off the Delsey Paris Helium Aero Hardside Expandable Carry-on, making now the perfect time to upgrade your travel gear for less.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrade
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Beyond them, the concrete of the 21st century falls away, replaced by creamy pillars and marble paving stretching into the distance, with green hills beyond.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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At the bottom of the hill, where there will eventually be a parking lot for visitors, Goldsworthy showed us a derelict building made from pinkish sandstone.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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Cody Powers said that his mother wore State Farm sweatshirts and T-shirts and entered every promotion the company offered.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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The moves come a week into the tenure of CEO Michael Fiddelke, who joined the company in 2003 as an intern — and whose promotion has been met with skepticism by investors who were hoping for some outside blood and, with it, fresh ideas.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Nepal crash kills 13 in wedding party KATHMANDU, Nepal -- A bus carrying a wedding party veered off a mountain road in west Nepal and tumbled down a slope in a crash that killed at least 13 people while 34 more were injured, police said Friday.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Feb. 2026
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Think steep slopes and a 900-foot vertical drop on 585 skiable acres.—
Katy Spratte Joyce,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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Ramstead is a firefighter and paramedic who was hired by the Pasadena Fire Department in 2005 and promoted to the rank of captain in 2016.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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This will help maintain a manageable size for indoor growing and promote a bushier appearance.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
9 Feb. 2026
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Maye’s numbers improved somewhat in the second half but not nearly enough to prevent the Seahawks from claiming a 29-13 victory.—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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However, the ability to choose an educational environment that truly fits our child has not only improved their academic performance, but also their overall happiness and outlook on life.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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This is because when people lose weight, the body’s natural inclination is to return to its previous weight – a phenomenon called metabolic adaptation.—
Amy J. Sheer,
The Conversation,
5 Feb. 2026
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The 11 satellites on board are flying to a mid-inclination orbit.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Jan. 2026
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Fashion, philanthropy celebrated at March event A fundraising event set for March 4 will combine fashion with philanthropy as ticket holders compete for a chance to win name-brand purses and designer sunglasses while supporting the advancement of women in the area, according to a release.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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More recently, advancements in automation and artificial intelligence prompted a full rebuild of the platform, resulting in the current generation of Pet Parent.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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The world outside Silo residents have little idea what's outside, because their video feed shows nothing but scrub, dead trees, and the corpses of deceased cleaners — everything else is obscured by the incline strategically placed around the entrance to the bunker.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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For incline walking, Higgins recommended starting with three to five days a week, 20 to 30 minutes each, at mostly moderate intensity.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Upgrade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upgrade. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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