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as in hills
an upward slope
had to walk our bicycle on the upgrades on our ride through the hills
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as in promotions
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 slopes
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 promotes
to move higher in rank or position
upgraded them to first class
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as in improves
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 upgrades
Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 10 Feb. 2026
The port has invested nearly $42 million — a combination of port money and grants from the Texas Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration — for airfield and airport upgrades, including the vertiport site about a block from the campus’ headquarters.
—Brandon Lingle, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Garaffo added that most of the cost burden for infrastructure improvements falls on developers, though there is a mechanism to recoup some costs when upgrades benefit other ratepayers.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
That outlaws modifications to the home itself, including extra parking or sewer capacity, fire sprinklers, additional entrances or exits, or upgrades to meet current building codes.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
Daytrip Snack Boxes and the LoadOut GoBox are durable, practical upgrades for lunches, beach days, poolside drinks and gear storage.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Additional road and lane closures begin Tuesday in Novi, Michigan, while upgrades continue to a major water main that failed last year along 14 Mile Road.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Bridge repairs, roadway redesigns, public transit improvements and facility upgrades are among the transportation infrastructure improvements included in the Connecticut Department of Transportation‘s vast five-year Capital Plan.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
The defense needs several upgrades and being without second- or third-round picks is not ideal.
—Jon MacHota, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Michael Bloom, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
The Luxe Rib Crew This is the kind of top that quietly upgrades your entire travel wardrobe.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Network upgrades that speed up transactions and reduce costs eliminate real-world barriers that keep people from using blockchain platforms.
—Matthew Kayser, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
Residents, including dozens during recent public meetings and out in the community, have expressed concerns that having a stadium in Wyandotte County and paying for the infrastructure upgrades needed to make that happen will inflate their home values and increase their property tax bills.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 10 Feb. 2026
The port has invested nearly $42 million — a combination of port money and grants from the Texas Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration — for airfield and airport upgrades, including the vertiport site about a block from the campus’ headquarters.
—Brandon Lingle, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Garaffo added that most of the cost burden for infrastructure improvements falls on developers, though there is a mechanism to recoup some costs when upgrades benefit other ratepayers.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
That outlaws modifications to the home itself, including extra parking or sewer capacity, fire sprinklers, additional entrances or exits, or upgrades to meet current building codes.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
Daytrip Snack Boxes and the LoadOut GoBox are durable, practical upgrades for lunches, beach days, poolside drinks and gear storage.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Additional road and lane closures begin Tuesday in Novi, Michigan, while upgrades continue to a major water main that failed last year along 14 Mile Road.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Bridge repairs, roadway redesigns, public transit improvements and facility upgrades are among the transportation infrastructure improvements included in the Connecticut Department of Transportation‘s vast five-year Capital Plan.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
The defense needs several upgrades and being without second- or third-round picks is not ideal.
—Jon MacHota, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
JPMorgan upgrades James Hardie Industries to overweight from neutral The firm upgraded the building materials company following earnings.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
The Luxe Rib Crew This is the kind of top that quietly upgrades your entire travel wardrobe.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Network upgrades that speed up transactions and reduce costs eliminate real-world barriers that keep people from using blockchain platforms.
—Matthew Kayser, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upgrades
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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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From the West Side to the East Side, the riverfront to the surrounding hills, Cincinnati is a city of 52 unique neighborhoods.—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Feb. 2026
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On Wednesday the company reported better-than-expected sales and delivered beats on the top and bottom lines, driven by buzzy promotions and value offerings.—
Kate Rogers,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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More than 87% of influencer posts on social media about such tests (including full-body MRI, multi-cancer early detection tests and more) offered a positive spin, according to a JAMA study published in February 2025; about 84% were overt promotions.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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While authorities said 11 of the 12 victims were killed in avalanches triggered by exceptionally unstable conditions on ungroomed backcountry slopes, The Associated Press reported a total of 13 deaths.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Whether that’s going to see a show, tossing some axes, cuddling with some cats at a café or racing down the slopes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
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Come Near, a nonprofit that promotes dialogue around Jesus, took over the campaign in 2024.—
Uwa Ede-Osifo,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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The annual Congressional App Challenge promotes youth participation in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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Replacing your roof not only improves safety and performance, but also boosts curb appeal and increases your home’s value.—
TIMEPROOF USA Roofing Company,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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The data is clear that, over time, exercise improves both mental health and cognitive abilities such as problem-solving, Bigliassi said.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
11 Feb. 2026
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There was treadmill work, the running deck set at steep inclines, the speed gradually increasing.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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But the car—small, low to the ground, and exceedingly heavy, owing to the ballistic steel and glass—is not suited to a city like Caracas, which is rife with steep inclines and deep potholes, and is best travelled in a four-by-four.—
Armando Ledezma,
New Yorker,
14 Jan. 2026
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According to Chinese experts, such events highlight the country’s technological prowess and advancements in robotics, including their applications.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Despite significant advancements in medical research, a troubling disparity persists in funding allocated to women-specific medical research.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Feb. 2026
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This is the standard for ramp inclinations that are usable for most people, especially wheelchair users.—
K. Desbouis,
Artforum,
6 Feb. 2026
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Trump’s inclinations to make every race about him could foul this for the GOP.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Upgrades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upgrades. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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